Put peace into each other's hands
and like a treasure hold it,
protect it like a candle flame,
with tenderness enfold it.



Put peace into each other's hands,
with loving expectation;
Be gentle in your word and ways,
in touch with God's creation.



Put peace into each other's hands,
like bread we break for sharing;
Look people warmly in the eye:
our life is meant for caring.



As at communion, shape our hands
into a waiting cradle.
The gift of Christ receive revere,
united round his table.



Put Christ into each other's hands,
he is love's deepest measure;
In love make peace, give peace a chance,
and share it like a treasure.