To those for whom this day is hard, know that you are loved. 
To those who grieve, may you sense God with you in the midst of the tears and the memories.
To those who are alone, may you sense God’s presence, holding you in his sweet embrace.
To those who are angry, may you sense God’s calming presence as you sort out the feelings and let those that need to be expressed, be expressed… and may you be safe and heard… in doing so.
To those who are misunderstood, may you sense God’s listening ear.
To those who are afraid, may you sense God’s invitation to be strong in Him.
And may we all be Christ’s love to each other, on this day… and beyond.