The following Collects were used at St Stephen’s Commemoration of the Tenth Anniversary of 9/11.
A Prayer for the Dead
Almighty God, we remember this day before thee thy faithful servants departed, and we pray thee that, having opened to them the gates of larger life, thou wilt receive them more and more into thy joyful service; that they may win, with thee and thy servants everywhere, the eternal victory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
A Prayer for Our Enemies
O Saviour of the world, our Redeemer, whose love embraceth all mankind, we hear thy prayer from the Cross: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” Forgive, O Lord, those who have poured out the innocent blood and caused suffering in the world. May our prayers be for them a ministry of reconciliation. We ask it, O Lord Jesus Christ, in thine own name. Amen.
A Prayer for Victory
Almighty and most merciful Father, we humbly beseech thee, of thy great goodness, graciously to hearken to us who call upon thee; that armed with thy power, we may overcome the opression and wickedness of our enemies and establish thy justice among men and nation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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