Chad's Blog

On this day of remembrance I am humbled by the thought that so many human beings have sacrificed their lives in the not so distant past so that I can enjoy the freedom and spectacular kind of life that I do. To every woman and man that gave their lives in defence of freedom and this country I call home,

Thank you.

Looking forward, I have a different hope for the future. So as we come together today to remember all those who have fought and died for our freedom, I come bringing prayer those of every nation on earth who have suffered, or are on this day still suffering because of another’s decision to wage war.

For everyone who has died, been wounded or disabled or who have been affected by the devastation of war… I hope you find peace.

For all who are bereaved… I hope you find comfort;

For those who are faced with mental, emotional or spiritual suffering because of the things they have endured… I pray you’ll find wholeness.

For all who care for the sick and work for peace… I wish you all the power of the universe;

and for all who lead our world in this new millennium… I pray you guide your actions and decisions by wisdom and compassion.

During our time of memorial this day, may we be stirred in our sentiments and sympathies. May our passion for freedom be rekindled. May we seek peaceful resolutions to strife around the world. May we accept our differences. May we learn to relinquish our fear, vanity, pride, greed and stubbornness so that we may never again inflict the pain of war on another human being.

This is a beautiful poem that was read at the memorial service at Toronto General Hospital this morning. Thank you Derek S.

They shall not grow old, as we that are left to grow old;

Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning,

We will remember them.

Lest we ever forget.

Namaste,

Chad