Prayer

Gracious God,

Bonds of friendship grow as we spend time together, and our time with you in prayer is a way to strengthen and deepen that friendship. Hear our prayers as we call on you to be with us, to guide us, and to reveal your love to others through us. Help us to nurture our friendship with you by setting aside time each day for prayer, confident that you hear us and desire for this bond to grow. With grateful hearts, we pray. Amen.

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God of Creation,

As the leaves turn colors and begin to fall, we are reminded that winter is on the way. Help us to savor these final weeks of fall, with the sounds of crackling bonfires, the taste of crisp apples, and the glow of Jack-O-Lanterns. Remind us that the falling leaves carry the seeds of new life that will emerge after the winter. The quiet of winter promises the joy of springtime blossoms, but until that time, help us to celebrate this beautiful season of fall. Amen.

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God of Love,

There is no greater example of love than what we receive from you. Your love brought forth the universe, and even through all of our trials and tribulations in this world, it is your love that sustains and moves us forward. Help us to take these experiences of your love and share them generously with all those we meet each day, that they may come to know you more fully. For the sake of all humanity, we pray. Amen.

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Healing God,

We are grateful for the knowledge and wisdom of those who run our pharmacies. Working hand in hand with medical personnel, pharmacists often serve as the vital link between doctor and patient, ensuring the correct medicines are provided for healing. We ask that you guide their work, their decisions, and their hands as they deliver the correct prescriptions. In gratitude for all they do to help create a healthier world, we pray. Amen.

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Spiritual Guide,

We ask for your blessings upon all those who serve in Spiritual Health services. Their work with patients and families, leaders, and associates is vital to the mission of Catholic healthcare. The connections they foster on a spiritual level deeply reflect the bonds we share with you. May the compassion and love they offer bring a greater awareness of the Reign of God, the dream you hold for the world. Amen.

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God of Many Gifts,

You have blessed each of us with unique and varied talents, entrusted to us to further your kingdom of love. Help us to use these gifts wisely, for the benefit of those we serve, especially the poor, the vulnerable, and the underserved. May the talents we share bring joy, meaning, and hope to their lives, reflecting your unwavering love for them. In your holy name, we pray. Amen.

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God of Comfort,

We come before you as humble servants within a Catholic healthcare system, driven by a deep passion to alleviate the suffering of those afflicted by illness and disease. Each day, we dedicate ourselves to bringing health and healing to our patients, offering them compassion and love in their moments of greatest need. Though we know we cannot reach every person in need, we ask that you guide us to serve those who do come to us, helping them to feel valued and cared for. May our decisions in their care be wise and guided by your hand, leading them toward a path of healing and well-being. For this, we pray, Amen.