As we bring ourselves into awareness of God’s presence today, let us pray for all who still long to experience God’s heart of mercy:
For all who suffer and struggle alone-may they receive healing and support;
For all who experience injustice and persecution-may they receive strength and courage;
For all who grieve and mourn-may they receive comfort and peace.
And let us pray in a special way for the grieving people of Nepal:
For those who lost family members during the earthquake this past weekend;
For those still searching for relatives and friends;
For those left homeless.
May the world community continue to come to their assistance with speed and generosity.
God of many names and manifestaions, all the days of our lives are in Your hands. Help us to know Your presence in each unfolding event; Your active, enabling grace in every circumstance; and Your enduring call to follow You each day with courage and gratitude.─AMEN.