years of his life to the service of his country. We thank you for this beautiful day that we can stand before you. Scan and email the. that we can highlight these years of commitment. As we witness the torch Help us to respect our enemies in conflict and in peace, and by your grace we will preserve a just and lasting peace. Be with accomplishment for a difficult and dangerous job, done well. We ask you to keep them semper fidelis - ever faithful to you. Planting and uprooting his/her family over those years from the decks of the CGC ______ and ______ to the lands of Finally, Lord, I pray that you will bless this time tonight with your presence, knowing that what we say and do here tonight will not only be pleasing to you but also a blessing. Provide for her everything that she needs to serve with faithfulness, courage and integrity as she continues the great work that Command Sergeant Major. Thank you too for the friends and family members gathered here. It is a day to rest. dangers of their work, stand ready to preserve the cause of freedom with the devotion to duty as those who served before May each person be nourished and refreshed emotionally, physically and spiritually. Help us to be today what you created us to To honor our veterans, may each American find reasons to love, not hate, and strength to build than to destroy. Thank you for these prayers and the Air Force Chaplain Book of Prayers. Commanding Officer, __________; and watch over us and our new Commanding Officer, __________. Grant them diligence as Guardian Angels. Thank you for Command Sergeant MajorXxxxxxx and for his committed and faithful service as the Brigade Command Sergeant Major. 4 Others will just be starting their watches and working All burials at sea conducted within the First District are limited to the scattering of cremains (cremated remains) only. Be with our families this day. 356 0 obj
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in our lives. May that pride be obvious to all with whom we come in contact. Be with those who have no bread or no one with whom to share their meal. Father, give us the strength and wisdom to learn from their example, to uphold freedom and life at home and around the world. May they be patient in adversity, courageous under fire and and lawful missions. Thank you for this opportunity to gather together as fellow sojourners on this journey, to pause for a moment and lift up our prayers for our comrades, our nation and our leaders. I pray now that you will be with us tonight as we celebrate the successful, continued, execution of our mission and the alliance we enjoy with each other. AMEN. Current NJ Governor Murphy and former NJ Governor McGreevey honor those inside Last Salute's memorial prayer box at the Governor's Mansion Sgt at Arms Chuck Knutson of Last Salute holds the memorial prayer box as the U.S. Coast Guard MH65 helicopter flies over restricted airspace in Washington DC Medal of Honor recipients General James Livingston and Cpl Klye Carpenter stand by to fire Last . guest at this meal as we think about what change means to us. Almighty God, we ask your blessing upon us as we participate in this time honored Coast Guard Tradition - the Change Thank you for the many blessings the name of God. Keep us vigilant as we guard the frontiers of freedom. All Grades Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade with whom we meet. AMEN. Be with Inspire us to hunger and thirst for what is right, to work against injustice wherever we find it and to treat our coworkers Now Lord, gazing toward that great looking buffet, I pray that you will bless the food that we will soon eat, that it will nourish us to be stronger to serve better. Thank you for this time we have had together honoring those who have done so well over the past several weeks.
Thank you for this day you have given us and especially for this occasion that brings us together as we celebrate the accomplishments of these graduates here tonight. May we be renewed today - in mind and spirit. Hi Natasha, thanks for visiting The Chaplain Kit! We require at least 72 hours notice to facilitate the Honor Guard Funeral Details submitted request. 2 Unto God's gracious mercy and protection, we commit ourselves. We know though, that LTC _______________s commitment to the Army and to the United States will not change and we thank you for this. AMEN. Help us us to bring changes in our lives to a successful ending. May we continue It was designed and built with a Lord, watch over those military men and women on American and foreign soils this day, who knowing the real and potential Funeral homes may sup-ply white gloves, if asked. Finally Lord, bless all of those gathered here today, both in-person and online, who are part of the Arctic Wolves family by assignment or in spirit, as we witness the uncasing of the colors and celebrate the official return of the brigade. We are We ask that you be with us today as we celebrate their accomplishment and help us to remember that it is because of you that we have life and can accomplish anything. We thank you for the faithful service rendered by LTC _________________ during his time in command of 5-15. Finally, Lord, I pray that you will provide safety tonight and in the days ahead. We thank you for watching over us and sustaining us as a nation. hbbd``b`$V X * I 6Xy BDu\ oA@QHpEKW?c`&@ C
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If thats you, and youre able to pray an effective prayer extemporaneously, keep it up! A collection of Coast Guard prayers for men and women serving in the military; pray for my son in the Coast Guard; pray for my daughter in the Coast Guard Prayers for our men and women serving in the Coast Guard. Renew in us clean spirits, O God, and cheerful hearts, that with all our fellow-men, particularly those whose labors support our own, we may ever grow in mutual respect and helpfulness. Eternal God, you alone spread out the heavens and rule the raging of the sea. We entrust We thank you for your presence with us todayand everyday. We give to you the thanks and praise that flows from our hearts as we celebrate our return to Germany and reunion with our family and friends. All funeral and burial at sea requests must be scanned and sent to address listed above. Thank you for the energy and commitment that it took for them to complete this task that, Im sure, sometimes seemed impossible. Whether this Regiments mission was to defeat the enemy or train those who would, you have been with us, and for that we are grateful. vessels When the icy northers blow. We ask that you will be present with us during todays events as well as the days ahead. which assail us. AMEN. The goal of the Coast Guard's Community Relations is to foster positive relationships within the communities we live and operate. We recall those whose spirits Keep us ever-mindful of your love for us which enables us to live each day in the bounty of your blessings. Upon completion of the ceremony, the Sector coordinator will send a letter to the family stating where and when the ceremony took place. all things are not arranged for our comfort and our convenience; we know that there will be times when things will go Amen. With this i can rely on the content. Letter giving permission for the Coast Guard to perform the burial at sea. Be with them as they continue in their training to be all that you have made them to be and all that our country needs them to be. For you, O God, are the lighthouse that lights our paths, the compass that directs our lives, the anchor that sustains For this, we ask you, Lord, in keeping Be Bless them in these days, encourage them, strengthen them, and help us all to appreciate the special contributions that are theirs. Prayers to help the Coast Guard. May you encourage, strengthen and comfort them as they remember that SGT ___________ gave his life contributing to the strength of our Army. Thank You for Your constant presence and Your care for each of us, no matter where we go and what we do. Dear God, help us to make good changes, and properly adjust to change. May our commitment to never forget never be a convenient excuse to never forgive. May you be pleased with our words and actions and help us to honor you with our respect and moderation. the courage to face the often fierce and hostile waters that lie ahead; and your divine protection over them when Keep safe in Thy care all who are bound to us by ties of love, or friendship, or responsibility, and grant that by no carelessness on our part may their happiness or welfare be cast away. Grant us thy help, O God, that we, the members of the United States Army, may valiantly fulfill our role in the Armed Forces of our country as a sure, strong arm for national defense and a power for the establishment of a just and lasting peace. Thank you for all those men and women who have gone before us to fight for and defend our freedom. and those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." I pray that all of us gathered here today will be inspired by their careers and achievements to seek to excel in our remaining time in uniform or civilian service; to be examples of integrity and excellence; to also finish the course well as these Soldiers have done. May you bless their families and may you bless those of us here, who place our lives and When requested by the next of kin (NOK), the Coast Guard shall provide a funeral honors detail for the funeral of a qualified Thank you, now for CSM _________________. For VFW Post 10380 Members, we also perform a Special VFW Prayer service at the visitation. of leadership pass from ___________to __________, may the rich symbolism of this event help to deepen our understanding Fill our hearts today with thankfulness for our veterans who answered the call to defend the honor and just causes of our great nation. your name. of your wisdom and grace. Bless this house and I ask that you will bless in a special way those who have demonstrated the loyalty, discipline, professionalism, and caring that gained them this honor and help them to be an example and inspiration for us all-in all that we do. Thank you, Lord, for the strong leadership of CSM ______________ during his time in 5-15. Be with us now as we go about our daily lives ; and let us never forget to reflect your loving kindness on all those We leave tonight looking forward to the end of this cycle of violence, aware that peace begins with each of us. As the mantle of responsibility is transferred to __________, bless him/her with the knowledge of your divine presence Do not interpret this standard as an attempt to instruct your prayers or their contentbut in the interest of Soldiers standing in the formation we need to be spiritual leaders, military professionals and technically proficient at disciplined public prayer. Graciously hearken to us as soldiers who call upon Thee that armed with Thy power, we may advance from victory to victory, and crush the oppression and wickedness of our enemies, and establish Thy justice among men and nations. And may God give us a song for our hearts; peace for our souls; And many years of good health to our lives. We came tonight, O God, looking back over our shoulder. helpand be completed with your guidance. by the might of his army, neither does a warrior escape by his great strength, but it is you, O God, who keeps us from in the past, and may we look forward to the wonderful blessings that are to come. In your Name the table of your heavenly banquet where we shall never hunger and always be satisfied in knowing and loving you. We thank you, O God, for the wisdom inherent in the Change of Command Ceremony, For __________, we ask that his/her loyalty and faithful dedication to duty, For __________, as he/she assumes the challenge of command, we pray that he/she, May the crew of the __________continue to set a standard of excellence which, Those who have been to sea in ships and dwelled in the shadow of your majestic, As the mantle of responsibility is transferred to __________, bless him/her with, Eternal God, today we gather together to bid farewell to the Commanding Officer, As we participate in this ceremony let us not forget your presence here. AMEN. Bless us all as we leave this place, celebrating our freedoms that have been preserved by the strength of the Army we serve. AMEN. Strengthen our Non-Commissioned Officers and their troopers for the fight of righteousness and care for our families. Throughout our nations history you have raised up strong and courageous men and women to lead the way in the defense of freedom, those willing to put their lives on the line for that freedom. Shore Based Command Renew our sense of unity, hope and faith through times of testing and difficulty. Help these men, and all of us, to be more committed to the cause of freedom both here in the United States and around the world. loved ones who stand behind them. their best efforts to the honorable service for which this ship was commissioned. Bless him and his family as they seek to be an inspiration to the soldiers and families of the Squadron. We pray that he will feel a warm welcome in 5-15 CAV. Coast Guard men and women, who looked to him/her for leadership and guidance over the years, is clearly evidenced by the You have watched over this Regiment from the Philippines to the Cuban shores. searchlight, Seems the messenger of God. when the time comes. We're "Always Ready," do or die. His/Her consistent positive attitude and willingness to serve will surely be missed. We thank you for moments like these when we dont have to be alone but can gather among brothers and sisters in the faith. AMEN. Father, we thank you for the standard of excellence that he/she established 9 Give me the courage this day, O Lord, to do those things I know I should be doinggive me the strength Help us in our national commitment to help transform society. ploughing out to sea, When the hurricane's a-blown' From the Banks of old Cape Cod Oh, the "Cutter," with her Finally Lord, I pray that as we leave this solemn place of remembrance, that you will continue to bless us as bearers of goodwill. hb```I, cbX&1ocng` We thank you for all that you do for us, not the least of which is displayed in the Soldiers honored here today. I thank you for this day that you have given to us to live and breathe and serve both God and our country. I thank you for the courage displayed by those, who instead of thinking of their own safety, rushed in to help others in need. You must fill out VA form 21-2008 and bring it to either the post office of VA office, where you will be given a flag. May there come now to those who have been laborers Eternal God, today we gather together to bid farewell to the Commanding Officer of (place)__________, (name) __________, Thank you for SGM _______________s time in the CSM seat, as he stood in the gap and maintained effective operations in 5-15. AMEN. All of this we ask in your Name. Thank you also, Lord, for their families and friends who support hem in this worthy and honorable profession. We develop, maintain and improve public understanding and support of the Coast Guard's missions through interaction with our communities. Merciful God, today we remember those who have gone to their eternal home with, We pray that their memories may inspire us to serve you and our fellow human, Gracious Lord of the harvest, in love you give us this day to be our joy and our, We thank you for the beauty and the bounty of our land and for the challenge of, For all we have spoken, and all that we keep in our hearts, accept our, Lord our God, we give thanks to you for the great land of our birth with all its, Today we especially give thanks for those who served their country in its hour, Lord, watch over those military men and women on American and foreign soils this, Grant your continued Divine care over the family members who are called upon, God, our Father, on this Independence Day, we pause for a few moments to give. Most Viking funerals incorporated some or all of the following: Disposition by flaming ship, funeral pyre, or burial. 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