Good Friday prayers

As a child, I was raised as a Christian.  I attended Sunday school at the Presbyterian church in the small town of Newtown, Pa.   When I got a little older, I joined the Methodist church.  I sang in the Choir and had many wonderful experiences being a member.  When I became an Adult, I drifted away from attending Church.  In times of trouble I always relied on my faith to see me through.  And there were many times in my life when I called on God for guidance and help.  Now is no different, I need my faith to get me through this troubling time.  I admit to not knowing very much about other religions and their beliefs.  I only know what I believe.  Today I will spend my time quietly reflecting on those beliefs and asking God to protect my family and friends.  Many years ago, on Good Friday everything stopped in the afternoon at the time of Jesus' death.  Businesses closed, People attended Church services and as children we were told to remain quiet in the house.  It was a day of mourning, a time of darkness for every Christian.  This afternoon I will pray for all the souls we have lost to this Virus Worldwide.  I'll also look forward to Sunday when the light returns and Jesus is Risen.  I have to believe that this Crisis will end and there will be light in the world again.