This week my thoughts and prayers are again with those affected by flooding, particularly those who live in and near Forbes where the devastation is still being felt and will continue to be felt for many months.

Creator God,
We pray for all those in farms, small towns, and cities
in Australia whose lives have been disrupted
and whose dreams have been dashed
by the floods that have devastated the country.

We pray for those who have lost their homes,
their cars, their treasured possessions,
their crops, their animals, and their livelihoods.
It is a terrible thing to be homeless and helpless.
Be with and sustain those whose entire world
has been torn apart and washed away.
Assuage their fears and be patient with their anger.
Grant them patience and hope, so that eventually
they can rebuild their lives and start afresh.

We are grateful to the SES and other emergency workers
and all those who were heroes in helping those
in distress during the floods.
May they continue their missions of mercy.

Be with those who are caring for flood victims
that their compassion and presence
will be life-sustaining.
May they continue their missions of mercy.

We are thankful for those who serve others
and provide us all with the inspiration to do the same.
We are sending love, peace, strength, and courage
to all affected in Australia.
May healing begin swiftly.

Amen

Retrieved and adapted from https://www.spiritualityandpractice.com/blogs/posts/praying-the-news/17/a-prayer-for-the-flood-victims-in-australia

Peace and Blessings,

Religious Education Coordinator