🇨🇦 Remembrance Day - Nov 11, 2022 🇨🇦

My Dad, G. Harris J. Graham, served as a Radar Mechanic in WW II.

This is a picture my sister shared of the Cenotaph in Diligent River, NS. 

The wreath on the right was placed in memory of my Dad from his girls and their families.

Remembering Dad (Harris) on Nov 11/22.  Dad served in the RCAF - Royal Canadian Air Force and was stationed in Shelby, England.

The wreath was placed just after sunrise in Diligent River.  A beautiful sunny calm morning.

Today, as we live in a violent world, we pray for peace.  We remember those who served in the past (many of whom died) to oppose evil and protect our freedoms.  We remember those serving as peacekeepers and peacemakers around the world today.  It is good to pray for those who serve in troubled parts of the world, their families, our leaders, and those who have been injured and continue to suffer.

Remember as we pray, “The Lord is in his holy Temple.  The Lord still rules from heaven.” 

Today we pray for the members of the Canadian Armed Forces deployed throughout the world:  We pray that those in our Armed Services might know you, Jesus, and be open to your Spirit’s leading, guidance, wisdom, and protection. 

We pray that they may discharge their duties with honour and dignity, remain ever mindful to defend all human rights, especially for the most vulnerable, as they labour to bring peace and comfort in places torn by war or disaster.

We pray for the families, relatives and friends of our military personnel: that they may be comforted by the Holy Spirit during their time of separation and be filled with joy when their loved ones return.

We pray for the members of the Department of National Defense community who have been killed or injured for the cause of peace: that their sacrifice may not be in vain, and their families and friends will experience the comfort and strength of the Holy Spirit.

We pray, particularly, for those who are injured and are rebuilding their lives. May your Spirit inspire them, heal them, and surround them with godly people.

We pray for the Prime Minister and our political and military leaders: that they may tirelessly seek peaceful settlements to international disputes.

We pray for all nations:  that they may be preserved from violence or terrorism.

We pray for all men and women involved in conflict areas: that all hearts may be moved to pursue justice and peace.

Lord, give all of us courage, hope and strength. Strengthen our resolve to promote peace and security in every land.

Lord, let there be peace on Earth, and let I begin with me.  Help me to be a peacemaker in my own family and community.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.  

Amen