Tag Archives: Memorial Day

A Survivor Prays on Memorial Day

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Michael Summers

On Memorial Day, I remember my uncle Jimmy who was killed in action in Vietnam, grieving with my friends Ray and Rhonda at their son-in-law’s memorial, praying at a ceremony at a French military Memorial Day ceremony in 2002, and … Continue reading →

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Pray for the Survivors on Memorial Day

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Michael Summers

  Memories of bereaved mothers, fathers, wives, and husbands me haunt me on Memorial Day.  I recall being a part of next-of-kin notifications after soldiers or family members died. As a Chaplain, I rarely told the grieving, often disbelieving widow, … Continue reading →

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A Prayer After Memorial Day

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Michael Summers

    King Saul of Israel considered David an enemy during the latter days of his reign. David formerly had served as commander of Saul’s army.  David, also a musician, had used that skill to calm the temperamental monarch.  Saul … Continue reading →

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A Memorial Day Call for Fire

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Michael Summers

“Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your … Continue reading →

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