Morning Collect for Japan

This prayer was written by Rev. Jennifer Phillips, an incredibly talented Episcopal priest who lives in Rhode Island and serves as vicar at St. Augustine's Chapel at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston.  


Merciful God, in your hands are the caverns of the earth and the heights of the hills: our times also are in your hands. Hear our prayers for those suffering in the aftermath of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan; soothe those in distress; watch over those trapped and hoping for rescue; comfort the bereaved; strengthen those who labor to help others, lift up those who cannot help themselves; and in every danger be their very present help by the power of your Holy Spirit; we pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.