We Light This Candle: a reading following a terrorist attack Lois E. F. Watkins Leader: For the sudden and tragic loss of lives taken in this attack Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For the loss of lives of firefighters, law enforcement and emergency personnel while performing their assigned duties Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For family and friends left in shock and grief, who [will] continue to face their losses Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For the injured survivors in body, mind and spirit, and those who rejoice in their life and walk with them through their nightmare Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For our nation, that is forever changed, yet not broken in spirit and determinaion Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For all nations who have responded in compassion, support, and sacrifice Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For firefighters, law enforcement and emergency personnel who daily continue to risk their lives in the line of duty for our safety Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For the new life born on the very day of this tragedy, who give reason to hope and to live Congregation: We light this candle Leader: For our continued faith in God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the Light of the world and our hope of eternal life Congregation: We light this candle © 2001 Lois E. F. Watkins Permission to copy for church or community service is granted.