The Prayer for Peace that we chant in our service is a powerful invocation, calling all of us to “lift our hearts to transform ignorance, violence, and suffering.” It was written by Shishin Roshi and Roshi Shinko in response to the attack in New York City on 9/11.

Gyodo Sensei offers reflections and appreciation for this prayer in this time, with more and more volatility, violence, and abuse of power being revealed and perpetrated throughout the world. May we all take good care of the dharma and be a light to others. May healing and peace prevail.