Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.
Memorial Day 2018 occurs today, Monday, May 28.
Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971.
Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades.
Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.
As we honor our fallen soldiers, we commend them to the loving care of Our Father in Heaven.
"No one has greater love than this, that he lay down his life for his friends," Jesus teaches us.
Those who serve in our Armed Forces put themselves willingly in harm's way so that our country and its citizens may enjoy the blessings of liberty no matter what the threat.
To those who have fought and died, to their widows and orphans, to all those who have and are serving in our military, we offer our most humble and sincere gratitude for service to our beloved land.
May God receive the souls of our fallen veterans and watch over and protect all those who wear the uniforms, who man the guns, who watch the skies and who stand ready to go into battle at a moment's notice.
On this Memorial Day, we honor our soldiers with joyful enthusiasm and with appreciation they so richly deserve.
May the Lord grant you, all of us, a safe and Happy Memorial Day. May He bless all those traveling or enjoying this holiday weekend and give them safe return home.
Thank you, Lord, for the blessings of America and the blessing of all those who serve and protect us each moment of our lives.
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