Written for remembrance of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing of April 15th, 2013, and first used on Sunday, April 21st, 2013. Reused on September 22nd, 2013, for the victims of the shooting at the Navy Yard, Washington, DC, and on too many occasions since.
Merciful God in heaven: Grant, we beseech thee, peace and rest to those whose lives were taken in the terrorist attacks in Brussels, and comfort those who mourn them. Give strength and courage to those who were injured, and bless those who minister unto them. Grant the people of Belgium the resolve to carry on their lives with faith and dignity, that they may bear witness to thy salvation, and may come eventually to know the joys of thy kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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