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A prayer for Southern California
God who creates scenes of beauty and wonder,
protect the people, the creatures, and all your creation
from the fires that rage in Southern California
or in other places.
Surround the people, creatures, creation
with your grace and peace.
Comfort all who mourn the death of loved ones.
Stand with all who grieve the loss of beloved pets
or dreams and hopes.
Hold those who evacuate in your care.
Accompany all who have been displaced.
Sustain all whose homes or businesses have been destroyed.
Strengthen those who work to control the fires,
guide and bless their efforts.
Lead us to examine
how our lifestyles might
contribute to the fires.
Help us make any needed changes in how we live.
Provide hope and courage and grace
for the living of these days.
Amen.