Change

Change

Change

Prayer

Eternal Lord, today we celebrate the feast of John Henry Newman who, among other contributions, was instrumental in the founding of what is today called University College Dublin. Shape our minds that we might embrace, as Newman did, an openness to development and change both in the church and in our lives and communities. May we see in faithful development the presence of your Spirit moving us to grow and evolve into ever clearer reflections of your love and goodness. In your name, we pray. Amen.

Growth

Growth

Prayer

God of new life, the celebration of a New Year is not just the movement of the calendar. It is an opportunity to change, to transform our lives in light of your love and truth. Inspire us to stand in solidarity with our Jewish sisters and brothers as they celebrate the beginning of a new year. May we together, moved by the stirring of your Holy Spirit within us, commit to transformation in our hearts, in our lives, in our families, in our communities, and in our world. In joy and with hope, we pray. Amen.

Change

Change

Prayer

Compassionate Lord, so much has happened this year. We are not living in the world we enjoyed even as we ushered in the New Year of 2020. There has been much pain, suffering, and sadness. And yet, there has also been much joy, much service, and much sacrifice for others. May we always look to you that as we experience change in our world, we may unite our efforts with others to make the new world a better reflection of your love and goodness. Amen.