There are times when loving my neighbor becomes a challenge, Lord. I sometimes let the negative attitude of others influence me. Today I pray that You will open my heart ever more to Your loving ways. Help me to surround myself with people who will only bring me closer to You. Amen.
Daily Prayer for June 2, 2011 - The Ascension of the Lord
Father in heaven, our minds were prepared for the coming of Your Kingdom when You took Christ beyond our sight so that we might seek Him in His glory. May we follow where He has led and find our hope in His glory, for He is Lord forever. Amen.
God of mercy, Your love is my spiritual nourishment. With You in my life my body, mind, heart and spirit are rejuvenated. I pray You will fill me with Your goodness each day. Amen.
I thank You, Father, for blessing me. I am so grateful to have been created by You, made in Your image. I promise to work every day to fulfill Your plan for me. Guide me to push myself to do and be more, and help me to remember that I can do anything with You by my side. Amen.
We thank You, Lord, for the gift of life. We are grateful not only for our own lives, but also for the lives of our families, friends and loved ones. Help us to respect and protect life in our world in all its forms. May we never disrespect or dishonor Your creation in any way. Amen.
O Lord, You guide everything in wisdom and love. Accept the prayers we offer today for peace. May our world leaders work together to form unions of mutual respect and dignity. Amen.
Lord God, You have promised to remain forever with those who do what is just and right. Help us to live in Your presence today, and remember that You are with us at every moment. Amen.
Lord our God, Your Son has saved us in history by rising from the dead, to free us from the power of sin and death. May His presence among us, especially His presence in each person with whom we live and work, unfold for us the beauty of Your love. Amen.
Lord, help us to seek the values that will bring us joy and peace in this changing world. Help us to remember that You love us for who we are, not for what we have. In our desire for what You promise, make us one in mind and heart. Amen.
Almighty and ever-living God, help us to embrace Your will for us today. Give us the courage to follow Your call, so that Your truth may live in our hearts and that we might bring peace to everyone we meet. Amen.
Daily Prayer for June 11, 2011 - The Most Sacred Heart Of Jesus
Loving Heart of Jesus, show me how to walk in Your footsteps, so that You may guide me in all things. Fill me with the fire of Your holy love, and help me to become one with You in all ways. Amen.
Holy Spirit, I give You my heart and thank You for unending grace. I ask that You grant me the gift of piety, so that I may serve You with never-ending enthusiasm. Grant me the gift of strength, so that I may courageously overcome the trials of my life. Grant me the gift of counsel, so that I can grow in spirit. Grant me the gift of understanding and wisdom, so that I may rightly direct all my actions to serve You better. Amen.
Daily Prayer for June 13, 2011 - St. Anthony of Padua
Almighty and ever-living God, You gave Your people the extraordinary preacher St. Anthony and made him an intercessor in difficulties. By his aid grant that we may live a truly Christian life and experience Your help in all adversities. Amen.
You created each of us in Your image, Lord, and You have blessed us with many gifts and talents. Help us today to realize our great dignity as Your sons and daughters, and to share our talents willingly with each other. Amen.
Lord Our God, touch our hearts with Your love, so that we may show Your loving care to one another today. Help me to remember that everyone around me is a gift that should be respected. May we all live in harmony and peace. Amen.
Almighty God, teach me to cherish the gifts that You have given me. It is easy to focus too much on material things. Guide me to make decisions that lead me away from temptation and into Your arms. Amen.
God of wisdom and love, Source of all good, teach us Your truth, and guide our actions today in Your way of peace. May Your healing power turn us from sin and keep us on the path that leads to You. Amen.
God our Father, bless all the fathers of the world. Guide them to be good and loving role models to their children. Help them to be a father like You are. Give them grace and patience to handle difficult situations in a loving way. Amen.
Lord our God, help us to love You with all our hearts, and to love every person as You love them. Help us to build up Your Kingdom in this place and time. Amen.
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