A Litany Prayer Those Impacted by the Wildfires
Almighty God, for those affected by the wildfires, we pray;
have mercy on them and keep them safe from harm.
For those in the affected areas, their loved ones, neighbors, friends, pets and livestock, we pray;
grant that they may escape the flames, smoke and devastation.
For homes, businesses and places of worship, we pray;
save them from destruction.
For those whose health is threatened by the smoke and ash, we pray;
ease their suffering and protect them from permanent damage.
For firefighters and first responders, we pray;
meet their needs, shield them from harm, lift their weariness, and send them relief.
For wildlife and old growth in the path of the flames, we pray;
grant the means of escape and prevent irreversible harm.
For those who have already lost homes and jobs and treasured possessions, we pray;
comfort and sustain them and restore all they’ve lost.
For the displaced and the discouraged, we pray;
lift their spirits and restore hope to them.
For all who are stressed, anxious and fearfully following the news, we pray;
pour out a healing and calming balm.
And, Lord, when these fiery trials have ceased,
renew lives, families, communities and environments in ways only You can.
In You, O Lord, we place our trust. For You, O Lord, we wait in hope.
Thanks be to God. Amen.
Information on the fires can be found at: https://novascotia.ca/alerts/ as well as the https://halifax.ca .
