You care for us, Loving God; you care for those closest to us.
When there is joy within the family circle, you celebrate with us.
You care for us, Loving God; you care for those closest to us.
Where there is sorrow within the family, you grieve with us.
You encourage us, Loving God; you are support in times of trouble.
When the hard times arrive, you listen to our anguish.
You care for us, Loving God; you care for those closest to us.
In the midst of conflict, you are the voice that counsels peace.
You care for us, Loving God; you care for those closest to us.
When death becomes a reality, your love will see us through.
Your love will see us through. Amen.
—David Sparks, em>Called to Act: Prayers with Roots in the Gospel of Mark
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