Veterans Day Veterans Day, originally called Armistice Day, began as a commemoration of the ending of World War I on November 11th, 1918. After World War II it was recognized as a day to pay tribute to all service members and 1954 it was designated as Veterans Day. A Prayer for Veterans Day Loving God, the framers of our Declaration of Independence claimed that you have endowed us with inalienable rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Yet there are those who would take these from us. This Veterans Day we remember all those who have served in our country’s armed forces to preserve the freedoms you have granted us, to make it impossible for those who would take away our freedoms from prevailing. We ask your blessing for: The men and women who serve in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. For the family members who have made a great sacrifice in order to make it possible for their service members to be on watch at home or around the world or go into harm’s way. For the families who grieve the death of a family member who went in harm’s way, never to return. For the veterans of past wars who bear scars in their bodies and spirit For the veterans who came home but could not “fit in” with their families or communities anymore. O God. Keep all veterans in your care today and every day. Grant them peace that they sought to preserve for others. As we honor our veterans, we also pray for peace. Teach all your people the ways of peace that those who have sacrificed so much for peace and freedom will not have done so in vain. Amen.
Posted on: Wed, 06 Nov 2013 18:30:51 +0000
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