Lord Jesus Christ, You said: “No one has greater love than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.”
Bless and protect all who are defending Ukraine today. Be their shield in battle, their light in the darkness, their strength in weariness. Strengthen the wounded, set the prisoners free, bring the missing home. Comfort their mothers, wives, children and parents.
Holy Apostle Jude Thaddeus and Saint Padre Pio, pray for them. Most Holy Mother of God, cover them with your protecting veil. Amen.
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