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“Lord God,

It is with shock and horror we witness the devastating violence and loss of life in Gaza and Israel over recent weeks.

We come to you as the source of all comfort, asking that you send your Spirit to surround and uphold

all those who are grieving,

all those who are suffering,

all those in fear,

and all those in captivity.

May the arms of comfort and compassion, overwhelm the arms of war.

We come to you as the source of all peace, asking that you send your Spirit to

strengthen and uphold those pursuing an end to violence,

embolden those with a heart for truth and justice, and

amplify the voices of wisdom and restraint.

May the light of peace and reconciliation overwhelm the darkness of destruction.

We come to you as the source of all hope, asking that you send your Spirit to bring about a future, where neighbours embrace despite their differences,

where love conquers hate,

humility surpasses pride,

and where forgiveness is treasured as a fundamental strength.

May the hope of a day when weapons of conflict will be transformed into tools of reconciliation be realized soon, so there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things will have passed away.

Amen.”

(Adapted from a prayer by Lynn Green, General Secretary of the Baptist Union of Great Britain)

Heavenly Father, hear our prayers for our brothers and sisters in Ukraine.

Lord we ask for peace for those who need peace, reconciliation for those who need reconciliation and comfort for all who don’t know what tomorrow will bring. Lord may your Kingdom come, and Your will be done. 

Lord God, we ask for you to be with all – especially children who are suffering as the crisis in Ukraine deteriorates. Lord for those who are anxious and fearful. For those who are bereaved, injured or who have lost their lives. And for those who have lost loved ones. Lord hear our prayers. 

Lord, we ask that decisions makers hear Your voice. Parents protecting their families – deciding whether to stay or leave. Church leaders as they support and comfort people. And Lord we ask for wise actions from global leaders – who have the power not only to start wars, but to stop them too.  

And Father God we cry out for an end to this crisis. For mercy, peace, and truth – because You are light, hope, power, and love. Amen. 

We hope and pray that this New Year of 2021 will be better than 2020…  We look forward to better times for all, and to helping you achieve successful business and environmental outcomes.  Let us know how we can help!

During this difficult and stressful time I want to assure all our clients and colleagues that Esher Environmental Services will operate on a ‘business as usual’ basis.  Of course, with the ‘isolation’ principles in place, our work will rely on electronic / digital communications and documentation – however, we will endeavour to maintain the highest possible level of service.  Best wishes, stay safe and strong…  Adrian Hall

With planning reforms due to take effect in South Australia, and the new Environment Protection Act taking effect in Victoria, 2020 promises to be a year of change and challenge for site contamination assessment, remediation and auditing!  Stay tuned…

Wishing you Christmas Greetings and all the best for 2020!