Hope for 9-11 by Dan Nelson

Blue skies turn black

A way of life under attack

Peace and Safety seem far away

Lives forever changed that fateful day


Broken hearts and memories

Witnesses of tragedies

Lives lost – How high the cost

Freedoms that we took for granted

Lord, help us in our time of need


Humanity clings onto hope

Others learning how to cope

Forgot that we had enemies

Arrogance turns to woeful pleas

Lord, forgive us for our greed


Folks supporting one another

One time enemies now called a brother

Realization of a common goal

Bring unity


Nervous thought – the fear it’s brought

Uncertainty – new lessons taught

Jesus, give us peace!


Hope is near – it has become quite clear

Our prayers are heard by a compassionate ear

God is here – with faith sincere

He can repair each broken heart

and wipe away each tear

Heal us Lord


People come from across the land

Community – praying hand in hand

How can I help? What can I do?

Heroes made from people like you


12 years ago today

We were reminded – it’s time to pray

As we gather this anniversary day

Let us not forget!