Prayer, day 2784: as we remember those killed and injured by the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks

Loving God, 

You show us through the glorious Trinity 

the way of mutual love that leads to action: 

hear our prayers, we pray. 

That we may place no bonds upon each other 

but the bonds of love, equality, and peace, 

we pray You, O God. 

That we may be knit together 

in a common cause 

to nourish all who hunger in body, mind, or soul, 

we pray You, O God.

That we may use our might 

for mercy and justice, 

rather than vengeance and violence, 

we pray You, O God.

That we may be faithful and compassionate stewards 

of your wondrous creation, 

we pray You, O God.

That we remember those who have been lost

through violence and terror, 

and honor their lives by sowing peace and concord, 

we pray You, O God.

Ground of our Being, 

Creator, Redeemer, Comforter, 

hear the prayers of your people, 

and extend your peace over all who turn to You,

for You are gracious, O Lover of Souls.

Amen.