Prayers for the 75th Anniversary of VE Day Friday 8th May 2020
A two minute silence will be held at 11 am Heaviness may endure for a night: But joy comes in the morning. God has been our refuge and strength: A present help in time of trouble. Dear friends, we have come together on this day to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe, when the sounds of war fell silent. We are conscious of our need for God’s forgiveness for the sin and the desire to dominate others that leads to conflict between people, and war between nations. As we remember the many soldiers, sailors and airmen who gave their lives restraining evil and opposing tyranny, so we give thanks for the years of peace that the nations of Europe have enjoyed since the Second World War. We think, too, of the millions of citizens who lost their lives in the bombing and destruction of cities. A prayer for those who served and died in World War II O God of truth and justice, we hold before you those men and women who have died in active service, particularly in the Second World War, whose sacrifice brought victory in Europe. As we honour their courage and cherish their memory, may we put our faith in your future; for you are the source of life and hope, now and for ever. Amen. For the peace of the world O God, who would fold both heaven and earth in a single peace; that the design of your great love lighten upon the waste of our wraths and sorrows and give peace in your church, peace among nations, peace in our dwellings and peace in our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. An Act of Commitment Let us pledge ourselves anew to the service of God and fellow men and women: that we may, encourage and comfort others, and support those working for the relief of the needy and for the peace and welfare of the nations. Lord God our Father, We pledge ourselves to serve you and all humankind, in the cause of peace, for the relief of want and suffering, and for the praise of your name. Guide us by your Spirit; give us wisdom; give us courage; give us hope; and keep us faithful now and always. Amen.
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