Blessed Mary, Queen of Peace,
you embody the way of Shalom,
bringing harmony and wholeness
to our divided hearts.
Help us to overcome conflict
within ourselves and in the world.
Guide us to restore things to
God’s original vision.
Direct our hearts daily toward delight,
wholeness, and flourishing for all beings.
Let us taste the deep peace
that is the birthright of the world:
peace that revels in diversity,
peace that reminds us there
is enough for everyone,
peace that softens our grasping
and moves us into a new way of being.
Shower your grace on all places at war;
help us to see one another
as a family of peace.

Christine Valters Paintner in Birthing the Holy