A Prayer for the Lost: Honoring the Victims of the Camp Mystic Flood

On July 5, 2025, tragedy struck Central Texas as a sudden and catastrophic flood swept through Kerr County, claiming over 100 lives. Among them were 27 young girls from Camp Mystic, a cherished summer retreat in the heart of the hill country. Ten more remain missing, alongside a counselor, as rescue teams continue their urgent search.

We do not simply read these numbers—we feel them. We see the faces. We imagine the dreams that were cut short. And we ache for the parents who will never again tuck their daughters in at night.

Today, we join Father Rich Vitale (@fatherrichv on TikTok) in lifting a solemn prayer to Heaven for the repose of every soul lost—and especially for the children who perished so suddenly, so unfairly.

🕊️ A Prayer for the Lost

Heavenly Father,

In this moment of sorrow, we come before You with broken hearts. The waters of Central Texas rose swiftly and without warning, sweeping away the innocent and the unprepared. We name them now before You, not only in numbers but in spirit: the 27 young girls from Camp Mystic, still radiant in Your eyes, and the many others—over 100 souls—whose earthly journeys came to a sudden end.

We ask that You:

Receive them into Your eternal embrace.
Hold their families in the shelter of Your wings.
Bring comfort to communities left shaken and searching for answers.
Strengthen the arms and hearts of those who continue to search.

Lord, we lift these children to You, each one with a life story that barely had the chance to begin. Let them dance in Your fields of light. Let them be free from pain, from fear, from the rushing flood.

For the 10 still missing, and the counselor with them—we ask for miracles. Let them be found. Let there be reunion, or if not, let there be peace.

And for those of us who watch from afar, stir our spirits to act—not in fear, but in love.

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18

📲 Join Father Rich Vitale in Prayer

The voice and presence of Father Rich Vitale, a Catholic priest sharing daily reflections on TikTok (@fatherrichv), has become a balm to many. In his recent video, he invites viewers to stop and pray aloud for the children of Camp Mystic. His voice does not waver; it weeps with us.

🕊️ Personal Reflection and Intercession

This space is not just a blog post. It is a sacred ground. If you feel moved, we invite you to:

Comment “🕏 Amen” below as a sign of unity in prayer.
Light a candle at home or in your church for the victims.
Share this prayer with your family, your community, or your online circle.
List a name in the comments to be included in our next vigil post.

“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions…”
— John 14:1–3

💼 Resources for Families and Supporters

If you would like to help:

Donate to the American Red Cross Texas Region: redcross.org/local/texas
Support local search and rescue teams via verified GoFundMe campaigns.
Pray intentionally for every first responder, medical worker, and grieving family.

⛓️ We Will Not Forget

To the girls of Camp Mystic, to the families in Kerr County, and to all affected by this terrible flood—we see you, we mourn with you, and we will not forget you.

Lord, receive them now.
In Your mercy,
Amen.