Inspired by the Syrophenican Woman (Mk 7: 24-30)

Lord I pray

For her persistence in the face of prejudice
For her spine in the face of humiliation
For her humour in the face of obstruction
For her gratefulness in the face of promise.

Amen.

Written by Andrea Dean

We acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of this great Southland upon which we gather.
We honour Elders past, present and future, and thank them for their sacrifice and stewardship.