A Prayer, for Those in the Military

Almighty God

We stand before you in supplication,

Asking Your Divine mercy and protection,

To envelop with Your invincible armor,

Our loved ones in all branches of the service.

Give them courage and strength

Against all enemies,

Both spiritual and physical,

And hasten their safe journey,

Back to their homes and families.

If it be Your Holy Will

That they be gathered to Your bosom,

With the eternal vanguard of the saints,

Let their journey to Your everlasting arms

Be swift and painless,

Where they may stand in honor and glory,

Praising You for all eternity.

Amen.