Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts 

Col 3:15 NIV

We Remember

We remember the many,
We remember the few,
Each one that gave,
Their memory will not fade.

We remember, we reflect,
On each precious life,
Loved and cherished,
Bravely sacrificed in strife.

A life given.
A life lost.
A life surrendered,
At tremendous cost.

Laid in cemeteries,
And graves unknown,
Now resting at peace,
In an eternal home.

As the sun rises,
clear and bright,
As the sun sets.
In the pale evening light,

We will remember.
We will keep in sight,
All that was loved and lost,
In a worldwide fight.

We remember the many,
We remember the few,
Each one that gave,
Their memory will not fade.

God of peace, we thank you for all who have given their lives in war and conflict, may they know your eternal rest ….

God of compassion, we pray for all who are grieving or are suffering in any way, may they know your comfort and healing ….

God of love and light, we pray that the light of your love would dispel fear and darkness. We pray for your inspiration and strength for all those working for peace and to relieve suffering ….
God of grace, we pray for peace in our world, in our communities and in our families.  We come to You in prayer with all that is on our hearts and minds ….

Gracious and merciful God, keep us in your peace, the peace that passes understanding. We offer all our prayers in Jesus’ name. Amen

Ruth Rushworth
November 2023

Image: Rachael Towersey – used with permission