An Anglo-Orthodox Collect for Memorial Day

 

The Graves of Countless Fallen, Awaiting the Resurrection of the Dead at the Return of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! 

By Bp. Joseph (Ancient Church of the West) 

Lest we forget! A prayer to remember the Dead of all American Wars on Memorial Day -

Almighty God, we give Thee thanks for the Fallen of all American Wars, who fought for our freedom and the establishment of peace, for their willingness to risk all hazards, so that many nation might dwell in peace and safety. May they receive great spiritual rewards for their great sacrifice. We pray for free nations, that they may treasure religious liberties which were won by the spilt blood of these faithful protectors, who have waged just war for the protection of God-loving nations against Atheism, Communism, Socialism and Fascism. Grant this in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, our only Mediator and Advocate, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen!