09/11/2026
Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, 2001, a day of unimaginable violence changed countless lives.
Today, we remember.
We remember those who died in New York, at the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93.
We remember first responders, caregivers, chaplains, neighbors, and strangers who moved toward suffering to help.
We remember survivors and families whose lives were forever changed, and those who continue to live with illness, trauma, and grief.
As people called to ministries of service and accompaniment, we ask what faithful remembrance asks of us now.
May memory deepen our compassion rather than our fear.
May grief strengthen our commitment to peace rather than hatred.
May we resist every attempt to divide neighbors from one another because of religion, race, or nationality.
And may we continue to show up wherever people are hurting, carrying the love of Christ into a world still longing for healing.
God of mercy, hold all who grieve.
Make us instruments of your peace.
Teach us the ways that lead to reconciliation, justice, and hope.
Amen.
From The Deaconess Community
