![]() We know, as have our Nation's defenders down through the years, that there can never be peace without its essential elements of liberty, justice, and independence. Our pledge and our prayer this day are those of free men and free women who know that all we hold dear must constantly be built up, fostered, revered, and guarded vigilantly from those in every age who seek its destruction. We will never forget them as we honor our war dead. More than 6,000 of them gave their lives in the dangerous and vital duty of transporting materiel to our forces around the globe. Let us hold it our sacred duty and our inestimable privilege on this day to decorate these graves ourselves - with a fervent prayer and a pledge of true allegiance to the cause of liberty, peace, and country for which America 's own have ever served and sacrificed.ĭuring our observance of Memorial Day this year we have fresh reason to call to mind the service and sacrifices of the members of our merchant marine during World War II - these gallant seafarers have now deservedly received veteran status. This scene is repeated across our land and around the world, wherever our defenders rest. Once each May, amid the quiet hills and rolling lanes and breeze-brushed trees of Arlington National Cemetery, far above the majestic Potomac and the monuments and memorials of our Nation's Capital just beyond, the graves of America 's military dead are decorated with the beautiful flag that in life these brave souls followed and loved. ![]() ![]() Goodwin.By the President of the United States of America Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 1st Class William R. Photo above: Veterans who served on the battleship Missouriattending anniversary of the end of WWII by U.S. US Department of Veteran Affairs – Employment Toolkit.Counseling and Assistance Programs by Military One Source.Here are a few resources that I found that could be useful for veterans in need. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.– John 14:27“ Resources and Support for Veterans Peace I leave with you my peace I give you. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. – Psalm 91:1-3 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you. – Psalm 33:20-22 In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name. We wait in hope for the Lord he is our help and our shield. The Lord gives strength to his people the Lord blesses his people with peace. – Psalm 29:11 Do not be afraid do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. You may also want to pray through these Bible verses for veterans that you know and for their families from May they encourage us to restore not to destroy. May they turn our actions to reconciliation and not to violence. May they turn our thoughts to peace and not to war. ![]() Prayer for Remembrance/Veteran’s Dayįor those who have died fighting in wars in all places and all times.įor young lives cut short before their time.įor the atrocities they experienced and perpetrated.įor veterans maimed, disfigured and homeless.įor sufferers of post traumatic stress syndrome.įor refugees who have lost families and homes holiday which honors those who have died in military service, but I feel that the prayer is also very appropriate for today as it reflects our deep desire for healing and for peace. I wrote this prayer several years ago for Memorial Day, another U.S. In Australia and other Commonwealth countries, it is known as Remembrance Day and in some European countries, it is called Armistice Day marking the anniversary of the end of World War I. In the U.S., it is Veteran’s Day, honoring all military veterans who have been honorably discharged. ![]() November 11th is an important day of remembrance. ![]()
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