Here’s another prayer that may help you to find words to articulate some of your thoughts and fears when you’re struggling to pray during these dark days of the coronavirus pandemic, and remind you that, however much it may feel like it, you are not alone.
To those shaken and confused, Lord,
grant guidance.
To those frightened of what they may have to face,
grant reassurance.
To those worried they may be showing symptoms of infection,
grant wisdom to take the appropriate steps.
To those most at risk whose health is taking a turn for the worst,
grant quality care and healing.
To those troubled about critically ill loved ones,
grant help to believe the best,
yet to cope with the worst should it come.
To those who, despite the best efforts of medical staff, are dying,
grant relief from any physical distress,
and a peaceful end.
To those wrestling with the bitterness of bereavement,
grant comfort and hope,
even amid the tears.
To all engulfed
or overwhelmed
by the impact of this crisis that has fallen so heavily upon us,
grant the knowledge that,
however much it may seem otherwise,
you are with us,
in life and in death,
sharing our pain,
our heartache
and our fear,
and that,
come what may,
your love for all will continue.
Amen.