05/25/2026
Heavenly Father,
on this Memorial Day, we pray for those
who courageously laid down their lives
for the cause of freedom.
May the example of their sacrifice inspire in us
the selfless love of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.
Bless the families of our fallen troops,
and fill their homes and their lives
with your strength and peace.
In union with people of goodwill of every nation,
embolden us to answer the call
to work for peace and justice and,
thus, seek an end to violence
and conflict around the globe.
We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen.
By the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops