Lord, hear our prayer:
Father, we praise you for all who give of themselves for the freedom of others; for all who have faithfully lived for Christ in the face of opposition and evil; for those we remember who have sacrificed everything for peace and for freedom; for those whose love, care and support enable us to live more freely than would otherwise be possible; for those who share our journey, hold us when we are hurting, guide us when we are lost and strengthen us when we are weak. We thank you for those who provide for our needs, who offer us friendship and who love and forgive us even when we are in the wrong. Thank you in Jesus.
Amen.