Loving One, we put our trust in You,
for You are our shield and our rest,
ever-present in times of joy and sorrow.
We place before You
our remembrances of those who have left us:
may your peace and joy shine upon them.
Comfort those who mourn
and strengthen those who falter,
that they may know your healing presence.
We thank You for those
who are your hands, face, and feet in the world today:
make us more like them.
We thank You for the example of the brave,
who are daily willing to lay their lives on the line
for their brothers and sisters.
We thank you for the example of those
who embody compassion and healing
even in the face of chaos.
Guide us into ways of justice, benevolence, and truth,
that we may treat others as we wish to be treated.
Place the seal of your blessing, O God,
upon those we now remember to You by name.
Amen.
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