God of Justice,
Source of mercy,
Watchful protector of all who seek freedom and safety,
Open our hearts to seekers of refuge from violence and threats to their very lives.
Open our minds to deep discernment
So that we can recognize sincerity and desperation
Of those who can benefit from the liberty we can share with them.
Enable us to make laws based on wisdom rather than fear.
Confine our expressions about diversity and difference
To words that engender respect rather than derision,
To declarations that encourage compassion rather than contempt.
May we learn well from our history
Taking and emulating the best policies and practices of our predecessors.
May we apply the laws before us
With a sense of understanding and insight
That transcends any trace or hint of discrimination or prejudice.
May we all support one another and grant that everyone
Is trying, during this challenging time,
To act based on his or her best intentions
Making it possible
To open doors of opportunity
While sustaining hope for the future.
Bless our discourse, Eternal One, so that we will move closer
To unity of soul and purpose
For our community and our nation.
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