This Memorial Day, we pray for all soldiers, living and deceased, especially those who sacrificed their lives in defense of our country. Stationed in France during the Korean War, my father (above) returned home to raise a family and pursue a career. Many others of his generation were not so fortunate.
Prayer for Soldiers
Father, hold our soldiers in your loving hands. Keep them from spiritual and bodily harm. Place them under the protective mantle of our Blessed Mother Mary and send St. Michael and the holy angels before them in every danger. Give them and their families courage, strength and hope. In your mercy, grant peace to all your children in every nation on earth. We praise you and thank you in Jesus' name. Amen.
[From the St. John the Evangelist Church, St. Johnsbury, VT.]
Alice, thank you for sharing this photo of your father (a very handsome man!). My family's is grateful to him for choosing to serve our country.
Posted by: Rebecca | May 29, 2006 at 10:11 PM
Alice,My uncle is a very
handsome man.My Chris knew
who it was right away.
Posted by: Therese Stimpfel | May 30, 2006 at 01:26 PM
What a sweet tribute Alice! ~you have a very handsome father..:o) My dh is a former Marine. He can very well identify with a soldiers life and sacrifice and really appreciates when days like this are put aside to honor them as it can be a thankless job. God bless all our soldiers!
Posted by: Donna Marie | May 30, 2006 at 10:16 PM
Thank you for this lovely post.
Posted by: KC in TX | May 30, 2006 at 11:12 PM