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Prayers for Peacemakers April 27, 2016 Indigenous Peoples’ Solidarity

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April 27, 2016

Prayers for Peacemakers April 27, 2016 Indigenous Peoples’ Solidarity

Give thanks for the faithful witness of those who have been
involved in the protests with Occupy INAC (Indigenous and Northern Affairs
Canada) at INAC offices across Canada set off by the suicide crisis Attawapiskat. Pray for the encouragement and comfort of
those still occupying.

*Epixel for Peacemakers May 1, 2016 Sixth Sunday of Easter

#OCCUPYINAC Winnipeg Office

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled,
and do not let them be afraid. John 14:27

*epixel: a snapshot-epistle to the churches related to and appearing with a text from the upcoming Sunday’s Revised Common Lectionary readings.

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