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Windrush Day 2023
On 22 June 2023 National Windrush Day will mark the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the the Empire Windrush at Tilbury Docks.
On this day we recognize, celebrate and give thanks for the contribution to the life of this country of those who arrived on this ship. They and their descendants have made a significant contribution to many aspects of life. In particular they brought a vibrant Christian faith that has influenced the spiritual character of this land.
Unfortunately the value of their gifts, talents and abilities has not always been acknowledged and people have been detained, deported or otherwise marginalized.
Some still wait for justice.
Lord God, creator of all people,
may your Son who suffered the inhumanity of the cross
comfort us in our anxiety and in our horror,
in such times that take our breath away.
May your Holy Spirit inspire us
to repentance and to action
in dismantling the virus of racism
from within the Church, our nation and our world.
Amen.
