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August 31, 2005
From Bishop Mike Coyner,
Indiana Area of The United Methodist Church
Pray this Sunday for the survivors of Hurricane Katrina
I ask that all United Methodist people join together in prayers this
Sunday in all of our United Methodist congregations for the survivors of
Hurricane Katrina. Surely, we all have been overwhelmed by the
destruction, loss of life and collapse of basic human services that are
the outcome of this terrible storm. Having lived through the terrible
floods in North Dakota in 1997, I know personally some of the anguish
and pain and long-term recovery that will be needed by our colleagues
and fellow citizens in the Gulf States.
This Sunday, please join me in the following prayer:
O Lord, in this time of disaster and destruction, we are reminded
of the hopeful words of Psalm 124: "If the Lord had not been on our
side, the flood would have overwhelmed us." Even though flood
waters, winds and the destruction have overwhelmed so many for whom
we pray this day, we also pray and trust that Your healing, help and
comfort will keep us from being overwhelmed and lost in this time of
disaster. We pray that You will mobilize us, O Lord, to respond to
those in need, that we might offer our best gifts, including these
prayers today. Guide and protect those who are providing rescue and
resources, even as You guide and protect those who are survivors of
this tragedy. May our response to this disaster prove once again
that the power of generosity and compassion can overcome the
devastation of disaster. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
You can also find additional worship resources from the web site of
the General Board of Discipleship at the following address:
http://www.gbod.org/worship/default.asp?act=reader&item_id=14793
We all want to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina, so let be begin
that help by praying together.
Thank you for your continued support of those in need,
Bishop Michael J. Coyner
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