July 2, 2025
Today we are faced with yet more unrest in the world. Turmoil in the US, Iran vs Israel, Israel vs Palestine,
Russia vs the Ukraine and the list goes on. My neighbour told me about this prayer at noon phenomena which
has been going on for quite a while. It is a noon-tome prayer for peace. You do not have to be in a church. You
do not have to be with a group. All you need is a moment to pray to God for peace throughout the world.
A worldwide prayer for peace is often associated with the practice of synchronized prayer at noon, with
various groups and individuals participating in different ways. The “Universal Prayer for Peace” is a well-known
adaptation of a Hindu mantra that is used by people of all faiths at noon. Additionally, some Christian
denominations, like the Community of Christ, have a daily prayer for peace at noon, and the Catholic Angelus
prayer is traditionally recited at noon.
Here’s a breakdown of the concept and some related prayers:
Universal Prayer for Peace:
This prayer, often adapted from a Hindu mantra, is used by people of various faiths to promote peace
at noon according to Worship Words.
The prayer includes lines like: “Lead me from death to life, from falsehood to truth. Lead me from
despair to hope, from fear to trust. Lead me from hate to love, from war to peace. Let peace fill our
hearts, our world, our universe,” according to Worship Words
It is intended to be spoken in all languages and by people of all beliefs according to Worship Words.
Other Prayers for Peace:
The Angelus is a Catholic prayer traditionally recited at 6 am, noon, and 6 pm according to the Classical
Liberal Arts Academy.
Daily Prayer for Peace (Community of Christ): This service is held each Friday at noon Eastern Time at
the Kirtland Temple Complex according to Wikipedia.
Many other prayers for peace are available, including those from various religious traditions and those
focused on specific concerns like international unrest or healing from conflict according to The Church
of England.
Synchronized Prayer:
The concept of synchronized global prayer for peace at noon is promoted by various organizations,
encouraging individuals to participate from their own locations at the same time.
Lead Us
Lord,
Lead us from death to life,
From falsehood to truth.
Lead us from despair to hope,
from fear to trust.
Let peace fill our hearts, our world and our universe.
Let us dream together, pray together and work together,
To build one world of peace and justice for all.
Worship Calendar
July 6 / Sent / Luke 10:1-11 / Rev. Eric Lee
July 13 / The Good Samaritan: / Luke 10:25-37 / Rev. Eric Lee
Go and Do Likewise
Egg Cartons Wanted
St. James Food Basket is once again in need of egg cartons, at least for the summer months.
Please leave them in the cloakroom at Graceview and they will be taken to St. James. Thank you for your help.
SodaStream
Free to a good home two pink canisters for SodaStream. Contact Maureen at 416-433-8148 or
maureenscreen@gmail.com.
A Summer Devotional Update (Updated June 17, 2025):
A new edition of These Days (July/August/September), as well as a new edition of Our Daily
Bread (June/July/August) are available on the table in the church vestibule and in the devotional box on
the church porch.
Music Announcement
Glen would like to start a New Bell Ringers Choir. Anyone can join between the ages of 10 and 110 years. No
music knowledge or experience is needed. Rehearsals will be once a month, every third Sunday for 20 minutes
after church. The first performance will be Thanksgiving Sunday. The first rehearsal of the Graceview Bell
Ringers will be on July 20.
Some Canada Day Inspirational Quotes
I am a Canadian, free to speak without fear, free to worship in my own way, free to stand for what I think
right, free to oppose what I believe wrong, or free to choose those who shall govern my country. This heritage
of freedom I pledge to uphold for myself and all mankind.
John Diefenbaker
I am deeply moved by the warmth and courage of the Canadian people which I felt so strongly during my
recent visit to your country. Your support of the struggle against apartheid restored me in my journey home
and reassured me that many just people around the world are with us.
Desmond Tutu
We’ll explain the appeal of curling to you if you explain the appeal of the National Rifle Association to us.
Andy Barrie
There are no limits to the majestic future which lies before the mighty expanse of Canada with its virile,
aspiring, cultured, and generous-hearted people.
Winston Churchill