Prayers for the occasion of the anniversary of the terrorist attacks
New York City and Washington
DC
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Prayer for peace in the world: Heavenly
Father, God of all concord, it is Your gracious will that Your children on
earth live together in harmony and peace. Defeat the plans of all those who
would stir up violence and strife, destroy the weapons of those who delight in
war and bloodshed, and, according to Your will, end all conflicts in the world.
Teach us to examine our hearts that we may recognize our own inclination toward
envy, malice, hatred, and enmity. Help us, by Your Word and Spirit, to search
our hearts and to root out the evil that would lead to strife and discord, so
that in our lives we may be at peace with all people. Fill us with zeal for the
work of Your Church and the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, which
alone can bring that peace which is beyond all understanding; through the same Jesus
Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns…
Prayer for our enemies: Forgive,
we implore You, O Lord, our enemies, and so change their hearts that they may
walk with us in sincerity and peace; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord,
who lives and reigns…
Prayer for the armed forces of our
nation: Lord God of hosts, stretch forth Your
almighty arm to strengthen and protect those who serve in the armed forces of
our country. Support them in times of war, and in times of peace keep them from
all evil, giving them courage and loyalty. Grant that in all things they may
serve with integrity and with honor; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord,
who lives and reigns…
Prayer for good government: Eternal
Lord, ruler of all, graciously regard those who have been set in positions of
authority among us that, guided by Your Spirit, they may be high in purpose,
wise in counsel, firm in good resolution, and unwavering in duty, that under
them we may be governed quietly and peaceably; through Jesus Christ, Your Son,
our Lord, who lives and reigns…
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