INTERFAITH PRAYER: (MUSLIM/CHRISTIAN)
O God, you are the Creator and Source of life.
Praised be your name forever.
We the people of Plateau State strongly affirm the sanctity and sacredness of the life, which you have given us.
O Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we have erred or sinned, the consequence which led to destruction of lives and property.
The beautiful and fertile land of Plateau, the land of peace and tourism, and a miniature Nigeria has suffered violence.
Hatred and selfishness have injured our common humanity.
Lord our Creator, we beg for forgiveness for our sin against you.
We know it is You who turn our minds to thoughts of peace.
Hear our prayers and keep us safe.
Help us to speak and relate to one another with love and kindness, and to join hands in friendship.
Strengthen our collective resolve as Plateau citizens to forgive one another, and give witness to the truth of our common humanity and bond.
Give us O Merciful Lord;
Understanding that puts an end to strife;
Mercy that quenches the fire of hatred and,
Forgiveness that overcomes the hunger of vengeance:
Help our land.
Heal our people and heal our souls.
Amen!
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Jointly composed by Christians and Muslims and used for the first time at the Interfaith Prayer Summit @ the Dialogue, Reconciliation and Peace (DREP) Centre, Jos,
©30th August 2018
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