Our Father,
On this day, we grieve as a nation as we remember those who lost their lives, those
who were injured and the many who still suffer from long term health effects that
resulted from the terrorist attacks on our nation. We pray for the families who lost those
they loved as well as their dreams and hopes for the future. The grief and pain are
poignant today, sharp and still deeply felt. Stand beside us, Father, in our sorrow, pain
and anger. Help us to make sense of the senseless and give us courage.
Amen