Merciful God, as the chaos of natural disaster overwhelms all our hearts and minds as well as the weary bodies of so many in Southeast Texas, strengthen those who have been brought low by overwhelming loss and pain.
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Deliver them from fear and ease their anxiety. Help them to endure uncertainty and give them the strength and resolve to face the challenges ahead.
Be with the first responders, the caregivers, the leaders. Bless them and bless the Good Samaritans and good neighbors from places near and far who are joining in search and rescue missions.
Give us all peace. Awaken in us all the assurance of your presence with us as we hang on to the promise of hope and renewal.
Your mercies are new and tender every new day and for that we thank you and praise you.
In your love we trust.
Amen.
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