Memorial Day

 Today is Memorial Day. We recall those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the freedoms we enjoy.

A Memorial Day Prayer: Heavenly Father, as our nation pauses today to remember those in the military who have given their lives for freedoms we enjoy, we pray you would have us all look to you for strength, comfort and guidance. Be with all who serve in our Armed Forces. Bless them and their families. Grant your loving protection. Let peace prevail among all the nations, O God. Especially let your mercy rest upon our land, even as we acknowledge with thanksgiving your past goodness on this country. If it is your will, preserve the lives of the men and women in uniform as they defend our citizenry. Most of all, we pray that you would turn the hearts of all – military and civilian – to your holy Word where we find the true peace for our sinful souls that surpasses all understanding. Keep us repentant of sin. Move us to know, take hold and treasure your saving grace. In the name of Jesus, our Savior and Your beloved Son, who alone gives this peace and hope for eternity, we pray. Amen. [1]

 

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[1] A Memorial Day Prayer copyright © The Evangelical Lutheran Synod https://els.org/2012/05/28/a-memorial-day-prayer/

 

Memorial Day

 

Originally referred to as "Decoration Day" as the day in which the graves of veteran's were decorated our nation today celebrates Memorial Day. Those who hate war the most are those who are called upon to go into battle knowing they might have to give the ultimate sacrifice of their life for the freedoms we cherish.

Today we pause to remember all those who sacrificed their lives so that we may enjoy the freedoms of life liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Today is a day of remembrance. We recall all who have died that we might be free. We remember their courage. We thank the members of their families who mourn their loss.

Today we remember our military families, those who serve and protect, and our nation.

Lord God of hosts, stretch forth Your almighty are 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 Give them courage and loyalty and  grant that in all things they may serve honestly and without reproach; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

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Prayer for the armed forces of our nation Lutheran Worship copyright 1980 Concordia Publishing House, St, Louis

Memorial Day

Originally referred to as "Decoration Day" as the day in which the graves of veteran's were decorated our nation today celebrates Memorial Day. Those who hate war the most are those who are called upon to go into battle knowing they might have to give the ultimate sacrifice of their life for the freedoms we cherish.

Today we pause to remember all those who sacrificed their lives so that we may enjoy the freedoms of life liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Today is a day of remembrance. We recall all who have died that we might be free. We remember their courage. We thank the members of their families who mourn their loss.

Today we remember our military families, those who serve and protect, and our nation.

Lord  God of hosts, stretch forth Your almighty are 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 Give them courage and loyalty and  grant that in all things they may serve honestly and without reproach; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Prayer for the armed forces of our nation Lutheran Worship (c) 1980 Concordia Publishing House, St, Louis