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Father, times are hard.
\nThey say many people will lose their jobs.
\nNo one can tell how long this crisis shall last.
\nNo assurance can be given
\nto all who grope in the dark.
\nBut we believe, dear Father
\nthat this too, shall pass,
\nand there is no trial we cannot be able to conquer
\nwith faith in our spirits
\nand courage in our hearts.<\/p>\n

Protect us dear God
\nfirst of all from despair.
\nLet not our minds be anxious
\nbut let our spirits have peace
\nthat surpasses all understanding.
\nMay we never lose our hope.<\/p>\n

May we never lose sight of our awaited morning
\nwhen milk and honey
\nshall flow into our land once again.
\nMay we walk with steadfast feet.
\nMay we work with steady hands.
\nAnd may we always believe
\nthat miracles still happen,
\nfor they do happen
\neven now as we pray.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Bishop Chris Coyne. \u00a0 Read the rest of the prayer. <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"