Prayers for the Victims of the Tragic Washington Plane Crash

With heavy hearts, we offer our prayers for all those affected by the tragic mid-air collision between an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter near Washington Reagan National Airport. 

We are grateful for the first responders and rescue personnel who braved dangerous conditions in a valiant attempt to save lives.  

Today, many families are experiencing profound grief, their lives forever changed by this tragedy. We hold in prayer all those who were waiting to welcome loved ones, friends and colleagues who will never return. We remember and give thanks for our fallen Army personnel who train under the cover of night to protect us.  

Father of all, we pray to you for all those whom we love but see no longer. Grant to them eternal rest. Let light perpetual shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.