www.1daywithoutus.org
On Saturday 17th February there is a day of action across the UK, it is called “One Day Without Us”. The aim is to draw attention to the positive role played by migrants: in our economy; in our communities; in the NHS; in education; and in all of life (including churches). There will be some activities in Erdington – more details to follow in the news sheet.
Whether you are able to take part or not, take this opportunity to think about the positive role that migrant workers play and about the kind of welcome that we should be giving. Leviticus 19: 33-4
“33 Don’t mistreat any foreigners who live in your land. 34 Instead, treat them as well as you treat citizens and love them as much as you love yourself. Remember, you were once foreigners in the land of Egypt. I am the Lord your God.” (CEV).
As part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, we used this prayer:
“Barrier-breaking God
You embrace all cultures and lands
But keep a special place in your heart
For the stranger, the widow and the orphan.
Grant us the gift of your Spirit
That we may become as you are,
Welcoming all as brothers and sisters,
Your cherished children,
Citizens together in Christ’s kingdom of justice and peace.
Amen.”
Yes, amen!
Blessings all round.
Gerard.