Prayer

God of human dignity,

We are all innately born with a dignity that you have given and it cannot be taken away from us.  In the midst of turmoil, doubt, and confusion, help us to remember the value we have in life.  Grant us an acknowledgement of our worth so that we might know and believe, regardless of the situation, that we are enough just the way you have made us. Amen.

God of Experiences,

So much of our lives are based on our successes and how others see us.  But in your eyes, our success lies in living as children before you, enjoying more of the love that you share with us.  Help us to be mindful of those simple, daily experiences that bring to light your love for all.  Guide us to share those experiences with others, so that all may see your glory.  In love, we pray. Amen.

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God of love,

During these weeks of Lent, we are reminded of the journey that Jesus walked for us, carrying that heavy cross, so as to guide our way into heaven.  Help us to always be mindful of this deep love that was given for us and to reach out to others with this same type of love. We ask this in the name of love, Amen.

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God of all,

Your beauty shines forth in so many ways.  Your extravagant sunrises and sunsets inspire us to gasp in awe, for each one is more beautiful than the next.  The beauty of a dandelion, as wishes are blown in the wind, brings great joy to the one who holds it.  These little things in life truly do nourish our souls and offer us assurance that all things matter in your eyes. Help us to see with your eyes. Amen.

Prayer

Spirit of unity,

On World Day of Prayer, we invite your spirit to fill us once again. That we might become more patient, gentle, and humble with our words and deeds. Help us bear with one another through love and strive always to preserve the unity of your spirit among us through the bond of peace. For the sake of those we have the privilege of serving and for the sake of those serving beside us, we pray. Amen.

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Perfect love,

Pursuing your mission is not without its dangers. Yet you call us all the same, to trust and be willing to shine your healing light in areas that give us good reason to be fearful. Today we pray for all our associates, especially those who may be conflicted between their call to service and a genuine sense of fear in so doing. We ask you to protect them from a controlling sense of fear, that they may perform their duties and love their neighbors with freedom and joy. And may we continue as a ministry to protect and support them just as we should. Amen.

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Ever Good God,

We invite you again today, to open our eyes and hearts, that we might discern where we are called to play our part in defending the goodness of the world around us. Not in grandiose or exaggerated ways, but in the simple ways that we can. As we serve our patients and their families, and as we encounter so many others in life and ministry, help us to honor and respect their dignity and defend the goodness they possess. With thanks for your goodness among us, we pray. Amen.