Following the appalling attack in Krakow this weekend, our thoughts and prayers are with all those who have lost loved ones, those who have been injured, and everyone affected.  We also hold in our prayers the emergency services and all those who are working to support the victims, their families and the wider community.

As these tragic events were unfolding, our Chaplain, the Revd Kasta Dip, was visiting Kraków and leading the monthly Eucharist at a church just a short walk from the Main Market Square.  We are deeply thankful that all members of our Kraków congregation are safe and well.

Loving God and Father,

We lift up to you the city of Kraków and all who are grieving, injured or shaken by the tragic violence in the Main Market Square.

We pray for those who lost their lives: grant them eternal rest, and comfort their families and loved ones with a peace that surpasses all understanding. Be near to the wounded in body and spirit; bring them healing and strength, and sustain the first responders and police officers who courageously faced danger to protect others.

Turn the hearts of all people away from hatred and violence, and fill our broken world with your light, mercy and enduring hope.

Through Christ our Lord.

Amen.