Hurricane Katrina Aides

As we all seek to respond to the devastation brought on by Hurricane Katrina, Augsburg Fortress offers the following prayer for use in worship. You may reprint or project this for your church's use.

God of mercy, in your hands is the earth and all that is in it. We pray for the people and animals, the cities, towns, and lands that have been devastated by hurricane Katrina. Hear the cries of those who suffer; give comfort to those who have lost so much, solace to those who mourn, healing to the injured, and strength to those who have come to their aid. Extend your rainbow of hope over that region, that sorrow may in time give way to gladness; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. © Augsburg Fortress 2005

Also the ELCA has set up the ELCA Domestic Disaster Response. Please keep the victims in your prayers.