27th May 2026

Yesterday, the USA breached its ceasefire agreement with Iran saying it had targeted air strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to place mines. Israel breached its ceasefire agreement killing at least three Palestinians and injuring dozens more in an attack on a residential building in one of Gaza City's busiest market areas Gaza City this morning. Israel claims it has killed Hamas's armed wing commander Mohammed Odeh.  Yesterday Israel also said it hit more than 100 Hezbollah infrastructure sites and fighters in Lebanon. At least 31 people were killed, including several children, in what was one of the heaviest nights of bombardment since a US-brokered ceasefire began in mid-April. 

Loving God, the fighting, killing and detruction has top stop. Forgive that people seek to harm others, people made in your image. Bring peace to the Middle East. May the voices of hate, and division be silenced.  May the voices of love and unity be heard. May tears of pain and sadness become smiles of hope and happiness. Bring comfort to all who mourn the deaths of those they love, the destruction of homes and communities that hold memories of celebrtion, and joy. Bring healing to injured bodies and broken international relationships. Turn swords into ploughshares, and aircraft carriers into fishing fleets. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.

The European Union and UNICEF have sent 100 tons of humanitarian supplies to the Ituri Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo to support the Ebola response. The shipment was flown out on Monday from Liege in Belgium, is expected to support around 100,000 people affected by the outbreak. UNICEF said the aid includes essential medicines, infection prevention and control items, personal protective equipment, cholera and malaria treatment supplies, high-performance tents and related equipment. According to the EU Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib this outbreak of Ebola causes a "danger to the region, the country, and neighbouring countries." 

How wonderful, how great and mighty are you, our God.

You are the source of all life and all that is.

We give thanks for all that you provide.

We thank you for food to eat,

for homes and friendships.

We thank you for healthcare and education.

We thank you for the kindness shown to us by others.

We thank you for all that gives us joy and fulfils our lives.

We thank you that you love us so much

that you sent your Son Jesus Christ

to live among us and teach us about your love for us.

We thank you that thorough his death and resurrection

we may continue to live

even when our earthly life is over.

We thank you for the Holy Spirit

living within your faithful people,

our constant companion and guide.

All paise, glory, honour and power

be to you One living and eternal God,

Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  Amen.