The Commentary

Dear Ones,

On Wednesday morning, I had the distinct privilege of getting to stand in for the Bishop to offer the opening prayer for the AZ House of Representatives Legislative Session.

Knowing it was going to be a difficult day because of the challenging topic of the 1864 abortion ban, Representative Pawlik of Chandler called upon the Episcopal Church, knowing our tradition truly seeks to pray for all.

Video of the prayer I offered is HERE and the text versions of my prayer are available in English and Spanish. I hope you will begin or continue praying for those who govern in our state and country and world. They need our prayers to be wise and measured in their approach to caring for all citizens fairly and responsibly.

Bless you all. See you in church.

Peace,

The Reverend Canon Erika von Haaren
Priest-in-Charge
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