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Did you ever notice when talk on the news has been one economic disaster after another for more months than I can remember how news about those worst affected tends to fade away. Well here at Aylesbury Life we aim to put that right and I came across a couple of ways tonight we can give something back to the people of Zimbabwe while some of the politicians at least talk about it.

Food

We can send food and the Jesuit number amongst those taking food into Zimbabwe. It turns out that ten pounds a month can feed an awful lot of mouths in Zimbabwe. You can find out more about what the Jesuits are arranging here: Urgent Appeal for Zimbabwe. Barnabas Fund also take in food and provide information about their work in Zimbabwe and Pakistan in Persecuted Christians and the Global Food Crisis (Acrobat Reader Document).

Prayer

We can pray for the people of Zimbabwe. It turns out that Zimbabwean Christians who amongst others lead the world in perseverance under persecution, are so hugely encouraged when they hear of our prayers for them. I find this quite humbling. So in your own words or using the words from the Jesuit Prayer for Zimbabwe Justice, let us pray.

Prayer for our Country

God Our Father,
You have given all peoples one common origin,
And your will is to gather them as one family in yourself.
Give compassion to our leaders, integrity to our citizens, and repentance to us all.
Fill the hearts of all women and men with your love
And the desire to ensure justice for all their brothers and sisters.
By sharing the good things you give us
May we ensure justice and equality for every human being,
An end to all division, and a human society built on love,
Lasting prosperity and peace for all.
We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

God bless you.