Prayer in the Wake of Katrina

Gracious God,

We pray that you would sustain those who await rescue;

that you would guide and strengthen the rescuers;

that you would comfort those who have suffered loss of loved ones,
homes, possessions;

that you would support those whom you have appointed to preserve
order, and frustrate those who spread disorder;

that you would move and empower your Church to demonstrate your
love to those who are in need;

that you would remind many of the frailty of life and the transience
of this world, that they would turn in repentance and faith to you.

Amen.