Here’s a list of my prayers for social justice divided into three categories: the forgotten, global village and personal responsibility. These prayers would make meaningful additions to a Passover seder, to special events such as Global Hunger Shabbat or to honor the memory of civil rights leaders like the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. To read a prayer, click on the title:
The Forgotten
Prayers for those who need our dedication and our voices:
- Against Human Trafficking – For freedom and healing.
- Against Poverty – Economic well-being for all.
- Against Hunger – To feed the world.
- Against Worker Exploitation – For fair wages and conditions.
Global Village
Prayers for justice around the world:
- Against Tyranny – For the end of the rule of tyrants.
- For Women of Congo and Sudan – Against the abuse of these women.
Personal Responsibility
Prayers for strength to act and for sensitivity to the suffering of others:
- Witnessing: A Meditation – For a deep sense of empathy and understanding.
- For Service – For willingness and strength.
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