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Memorial Day Prayer

Posted on May 22, 2020 in: News, Reflections

Memorial Day Prayer

God of power and mercy,
you destroy war and put down earthly pride.
Banish violence from our midst and wipe away our tears,
that we may all deserve to be called your sons
      and daughters.
Keep in your mercy those men and women
who have died in the cause of freedom
and bring them safely
into your kingdom of justice and peace.
We ask this though Jesus Christ our Lord.
R/. Amen

 

—from Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers

Stained glass window at Saint Joseph Church Occum CT

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