“Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy on me, for in you my soul takes refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until the disaster has passed. I cry out to God Most High, to God, who fulfills his purposes for me (Psalm 57:1-2)"

Most merciful and compassionate God,
Giver of Life and Love, hear our prayers
And let our cries come unto you.
We weep with your people
We hear the cries of orphans, differently abled,
We see the devastation.
We are overwhelmed by the enormity of it all.
Our hearts are hushed, our minds are numb.
Let not our hands be stopped, our voices dumb.
God of the universe,
Open our hearts to feel your compassion
Galvanize in us the act of continued giving
We pray for wisdom and safety for those
Who are responding to the people in need
And the many challenges left in the wake of the event.
Comfort and heal the injured, the bereaved, and the lost
Strengthen the aid workers, medical personnel, and the defence
Bolster the resolve of governments and those with power to help
Open through this tragedy pathways to partnerships and peace
In Your Name of mercy, healing and compassion
We pray.
Amen!