What does the Bible say about deployment?
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. When my son was deployed to an unfamiliar world full of danger at every turn, all I could do was love, support, and pray for him.
What is the prayer of soldiers?
“Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need.
Who can give an invocation?
If you’re asked to give an invocation prayer or speech but you aren’t a religious believer, you can still assume the responsibility. Atheists and secularists have given invocations at local government meetings, state government and other events.
What is invocation in meeting?
The invocation, in its simplest form, is a prayer or request for the spiritual presence of God in a ceremony or event. Whether it’s appropriate to have an invocation at your corporate, association or organizational event isn’t a path I’ll choose to debate.
How do you comfort a soldier?
Encouraging Words for a Soldier
- We all love you so much!
- We can’t wait to see you again, but we all know you’re working hard keeping us safe.
- Everyone here is so proud of your service.
- I was thinking about you all day today.
- We had your best friend over for dinner last night.
Are there any uplifting prayers for the military?
These uplifting prayers for our military and veterans are the perfect source of inspiration to encourage you to recite your own prayers. Heavenly Father, thank you that you defend your people with your mighty hand.
What kind of prayer do priests do for the military?
As priest-chaplains of the Archdiocese for the Military Services we invite you to join with us in prayer. In times of joy and difficulty, in times of fear and doubt, in moments of distress and in times of peace, a simple prayer that comes from the heart becomes the place of your encounter with God’s love, mercy and protection.
What do I say at a military ceremony?
A couple of examples. “We are rejoicing today with John and Kathy Jones as John is promoted to Colonel. I invite you to take these moments to give thanks in your own way, in your own heart, as I offer this invocation.” “Retirement is a momentous occasion is every person’s life.
What should we pray for our military and veterans?
Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Lord Jesus Christ, thank you that you are constantly at work protecting your people. We pray for the protection of our armed forces as they serve our country around the world right now. Give them endurance and remind them that their service worthwhile. May they know that their service is appreciated by us.