A monster of a storm:
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Philly.com has: What to expect from Hurricane Sandy over the next 48 hours.
And, a prayer:
God of the Universe, at the dawn of creation, your Spirit breathed on the waters, making them the wellspring of all holiness. You created the oceans and rivers, and all that dwell within them, and at your word the wind and the waves were born. The seasons follow your plan, and the tides rise and fall on your command. In both calm and storm, you are with us. On the Sea of Galilee, even when the disciples began to fear, Jesus showed that he was Lord over the waters by rebuking the storms, so that all would know that even the wind and the waves obey him. Creator God, we ask you to calm the wind and the waves of the approaching hurricane, and spare those in its path from harm. Help those who are in its way to reach safety. Open our hearts in generosity to all who need help in the coming days. In all things and in all times, help us to remember that even when life seems dark and stormy, you are in the boat with us, guiding us to safety.
- Amen.
Thank you Fr….for this much needed and awesome Prayer…for all those close to/in the path of this colossal storm! I have family and friends on the eastern seaboard where this storm will be centralized – I unite my Prayers here for ALL concened! And yes, may God show them HIS Mercy!
I write from Boston, 250 miles north of where the hurricane is due to strike, and the winds are fierce indeed. Lots of people are stranded in the city with the closing of the MBTA (the public transportation system) at 2.00 pm, while already 111,000 customers/homes are without power. This is a very powerful storm and we have not faced the full force of it yet. Your prayers for the safety of people are sought and appreciated, and we hold especially dear those emergency responders who brave such dangerous conditions.
Thank you – from Brendan.
Take care and keep safe Fr.
You remain in our prayers!