Posted originally on the CTH on July 20, 2024 | Sundance 

On June 3rd it was previously announced by her office that representative Sheila Jackson-Lee was battling pancreatic cancer.  [I wrote about it/her here]

Today, her office announced she died.  Cancer is horrible.  While it is sometimes difficult to find resilient grace and appropriate words for prayer; that does not absolve us of the commands of our faith. I will pray for Mrs Sheila Jackson-Lee and her family.  Understanding the path of light was fully within her control.

Dear Lord, we come to you seeking strength and grace. While we ask You to protect us from those who give no thought to the harmful consequences of their irresponsible actions, we also beg for grace -and forgiveness- within our prayers for those who blindly trespass. Shield us from the injurious situations they cause, let their malicious intents be hindered and target our prayers when comeuppance arrives.

As we earnestly try to live in peace with everyone, keep us away from contentious people who might incite us to react without pause or grace. Provide us with gracious, strong yet gentle words for healing that may help pacify the troubled hearts of the malicious. We make effort to glorify You and give testimony of our faith at every opportunity.

Guide and comfort the family of Mrs. Sheila Jackson Lee. During this time of loss and sorrow, bring them closer to You.  We beg You to wrap Your wing of love around them, in the way that only Your purity can provide.  In Your name of mercy, we pray.

Amen.