A Prayer for Villach, Austria

Our Lady of the Bowed Head, ora pro nobis

We offer prayers and sincere condolences for the victims of the deadly knife attack in Villach, Carinthia (AUT), earlier today. May St. Jakob, St. Hemma of Gurk, St. Leopold III, and Our Lady of the Bowed Head protect and watch over you.

Prayer for the victims

Loving God, welcome into your arms the victims of violence and terrorism. Comfort their families and all who grieve for them. Help us in our fear and uncertainty, and bless us with the knowledge that we are secure in your love. Strengthen all those who work for peace, and may the peace the world cannot give reign in our hearts. Amen.