Author of life
Source and Creator,
Grant a perfect rest under Your tabernacle of peace
To the victims of the shooting
In Young Park in Las Cruces last Friday,
Whose lives were cut off by violence,
A rampage of witless aggression beyond understanding.
Their dreams were lost to brutality.
May their souls be bound up in the bond of life,
A living blessing in our midst.
May they rest in peace.

God of justice and mercy,
Remember, too, the survivors of this attack,
Witnesses of shock, horror and dismay.
Ease their suffering and release their trauma,
So that they recover lives of joy and wonder.
Grant them Your shelter and solace,
Blessing and renewal.
Grant them endurance to survive,
Strength to rebuild,
Faith to mourn,
And courage to heal.
Remember the families and friends
Of the dead and the wounded.
With comfort and consolation.
Granth them Your protection,
Your wholeness and healing.
May they find hope and renewal.
Heavenly Guide,
Source of love and shelter,
Put an end to anger, hatred and fear,
And lead us to a time when
No one will suffer at the hand of another,
Speedily, in our day.



from Jewish Prayers of Hope and Healing
by Alden Solovy