"To: Churches of New Providence and the Bahamas
The National Council of Churches in the USA
The World Council of Churches
The Bahamas Christian Council joins with Christians and all religions around the world in expressing our sorrow and grief to the people of America, and the families of those who died and were injured in the terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington D.C. ; and to the families of those who died in the 4 hijacked aircraft.

The prayers of the people of the Bahamas go out to our brothers and sisters in America in their time of suffering. We pray that justice will be meted out against those who have committed this heinous act against humanity. We pray for God's abiding presence with those grieving the loss of loved ones and friends. We ask that God?s spirit of comfort abide with all who grieve for the dead.

We extend our prayers for the emergency personnel who responded to help in the face of this tragedy. We pray that God will grant them the assurance that they have done their utmost for those in need, and carry them through the anguish of seeing people die despite their efforts to save them.

We pray for the leaders of America, that their response to this atrocious attack will be measured and deliberate. May the terrorists who have done this be brought to justice. May the hatred that fueled this be purged from the face of the earth. And may the peace of God, that passes all understanding, dwell in the hearts and minds of all people of our world.

While we cry out for justice, O Lord, bring your peace, we pray.

May God have mercy on the souls of those who have died. May God have mercy on us as we seek to bring healing in the face of tragedy. And may God hold accountable those who have done this to our world.

Bishop Samuel Greene, President
Rev. Dr. James R. Berger, secretary"

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