Ravensbruck is a town in Northern Germany. During WW2 there was a concentration camp there for women. When the camp was liberated, someone found this prayer on the ground.
Lord, remember not only the men and women of good will, but also those of ill will. But do not only remember the suffering they have inflicted on us. Remember the fruits we have brought, thanks to this suffering--our comradeship, our loyalty, our humility, the courage, the generosity, the greatness of heart which has grown out of all this. And when they come to judgment, let all the fruits we have borne be their forgiveness. Amen
Forgiving the people who put me in a concentration camp? If someone can do that, then maybe I can forgive the people that have hurt me. For as much as my wound have piled up over the years, they are nothing compared to the atrocities inflicted on the people in this camp.
Grace can be given to anyone. If they can do it, so can I. So can you.
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I am leading a River Cruise to Belgium and the Netherlands March 19-27, 2022. If you are interested in reading about the trip or joining in, the link is below.
http://www.eo.travelwithus.com/files/uploads/RC22_031922T_TulipTime_002_FINAL-1.pdf
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