Hard times take many forms: the loss of a job or other economic hardship; the devastation of a flood or other natural disaster; the horror of violent assault. Just getting out of bed can be an act of great courage at times like these. Whisper a prayer for yourself, or say one for your friend, community, or the world. Hope will find you.
“G-d of compassion, / Put an end to the war in the Ukraine”
“May God bless you and keep you safe”
“Blessed are You, who defeats our enemies and quashes all arrogance.”
“Blessed are those who wander. / Blessed are those who gather them in.”
“May we all learn strategies of resistance…May goodness prevail over evil.”
“We ask Your protection for Ukraine and its citizens”
“It is the middle of the night and I am awake”
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