I am returning once again to the blogging world and I'm happy to be doing so. Unfortunately, my timing does not come with great news, I'm afraid. As we are all aware, Hurricane Dorian has made its way through the Atlantic for several days now and as it approaches the Carolinas here in the U.S., I was prompted to find a prayer fit for these hard times that many of our brothers and sisters are enduring. I know it won't make the hurricane go away or magically disappear but I truly believe in the power of prayer for one another especially in times of great disaster and need. I hope this prayer will bring some peace and assurance that Our Lord is always watching over us and that I am holding you all in my prayers.
This prayer comes to you directly from a Jesuit priest, Fr. James Martin, S.J., Editor at Large of America Magazine. Please offer this prayer for all our brothers and sisters on the path of Hurricane Dorian, for all first responders to disaster areas and all government agencies and their leaders, that they may provide the necessary means to all in need.
A Prayer in the Storm
God of the Universe, at the dawn of creation, your Spirit breathed on the waters, making them the wellspring of all holiness. You created the oceans and rivers, and all that dwell within them, and at your word the wind and the waves were born.
The seasons follow your plan, and the tides rise and fall on your command. In both calm and storm, you are with us.
On the Sea of Galilee, even when the disciples began to fear, Jesus showed that he was Lord over the waters by rebuking the storms, so that all would know that even the wind and the waves obey him.
Creator God, we ask you to calm the wind and the waves of the approaching hurricane, and spare those in its path from harm. Help those who are in its way to reach safety. Open our hearts in generosity to all who need help in the coming days.
In all things and in all times, help us to remember that even when life seems dark and stormy, you are in the boat with us, guiding us to safety.
Amen.
In prayer,
eklecticmom
