After the devastating events of natural disaster in the Americas and surrounding Islands, our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected in these tragedies. Particularly at this time, we pray for our brothers and sisters in Mexico after the recent earthquake.
We pray for the victims, for their families, and for all relief agencies in helping those who have been injured.
Lord God, whose Son, Jesus Christ, understood people's fear and pain before they spoke of them, we pray for the people of Mexico; surround the frightened with your tenderness; give strength to those in pain; hold the weak in your arms of love, and give hope and patience to those who are recovering from injury; we ask this through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord.