Time-out, 12:00 in Thailand. A moment of prayer for peace, for those who have lost their lives, and for this beloved land plunged into a state of guerrilla fire that is spreading death, destruction, and fear. The faithful of other religions join us in asking for peace, for it is a common value to all religions. The delegates of the Focolare Movement in Thailand, Helen Oum and Chun Boc Tay write: “The current situation is of great concern to us all. We continue to believe in the power of prayer offered in unity during our daily appointment for the “time-out”, a moment of prayer for peace in our beloved nation. This appointment has become international and interreligious since many of our dear friends of other faiths have joined with us in asking the gift of peace. As we pray, our thoughts go to those who have lost their lives and to their families who are left suffering, and to all those who suffer due to the current situation.” In our prayer, we ask Almighty God to give light and wisdom to those in positions of responsibility and influence, that they may make right decisions for the common good. No more sacrificing human lives and no more violence! Through our prayer, we place ourselves God’s hands, to be instruments of His love in practical ways, even through the tiniest acts of love. Only love can heal the wounds and overcome so many sorts of problems of the both the past and future. What can we do concretely? Love everyone and be the first to love. Visit a family that suffers and offer them our spiritual and material support. Do acts of love wherever we are, which create bridges and overcome divisions. Forgive and be reconciled. These are the qualities of Christian love, and all religions contain the same message: We share the Golden Rule. “Do unto others what you would have others do unto you.” and “Do not do unto others what you would not want done to yourself.” We will strive to ensure that our country becomes the “land of smiles” again! We will do our part and God will do His. In His great love, He will draw a greater good from all the misfortune. Let us contribute our part for the achievement of Jesus’ prayer: that all be one. Truly we are brothers and sisters of one great family.”