On 24th September, Br Brian Bond, Executive Director of the human rights NGO Edmund Rice International delivered a statement on the situation in Myanmar at the United Nations Human rights council. It can be viewed here.
O God, we thank you for the life of Edmund Rice.
He opened his heart to Christ present in those oppressed by poverty and injustice.
May we follow his example of faith and generosity.
Grant us the courage and compassion of Edmund as we seek to live lives of love and service.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.