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Lord, today we pray about the 150 cases of alleged sexual assault that
have been uncovered in the remote community of Tysfjord, Norway. Lord,
we are thankful that this decades-long tragedy has come to light. We give
thanks that people in this isolated minority group are finding the courage to
speak out. We pray that the culture of sexual assault would end as a result of
this revelation and investigation. May the perpetrators of these acts repent
and come to justice, and may the healing of this community begin. We pray that
the entire investigation would be handled both with extreme sensitivity and
tremendous effectiveness. Knowing how deeply sexual assault victims are
affected, we pray for patience, courage, wisdom and grace in working with those
who are coming forward. Knowing how sensitive the cultural issues and
interaction has been between ethnic Sami and mainline Norwegians, we pray for
the authorities to build trust, tread carefully, and build a long-term rapport
that will benefit all involved. We pray for both victims and perpetrators to
come forward to share their stories so reparation can begin. We pray that the
fierce family and community ties will be able to not only withstand this trial,
but be deepened and redeemed. In Jesus’ name we pray, amen.
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