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God of Grace,

We come to you in thanksgiving for all that you give to us each day. From the rising of the sun to its setting, and throughout the night, we are blessed with your love and grace. Help us to follow your example by sharing the love we have received with those around us each day. It is an honor and privilege to work with our patients and to walk their journey with them. For this call in life, we say, 'Thank You!' Amen.

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God of All Saints,

As we celebrate the many saints of Ireland, we are reminded of their love and dedication in serving you and the people of that special island. Inspired by their example, may we reach out to those in need, serving the poor, the dying, and the underserved with the compassionate love of your Son, Jesus. May your strength guide us, your wisdom instruct us, and your hand protect us as we serve your people. For this we pray, Amen.

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God of Justice,

Today in the United States, all citizens of age are given a chance to vote for the next President. We ask your blessing on this country, and on all countries around the world who choose leaders to guide their country in a way of justice and peace. May we come to be united as a people for the good of all humanity, both here in the United States and around the world. With hope for the future, we pray. Amen.

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Compassionate God,

The value of every life is precious in your eyes, from the moment of birth until the last day on this earth, when all will be rejoined with you. Many of our associates work in palliative care and hospice units, accompanying those who are in pain and nearing the end of their earthly journey. We recognize these caregivers this month and pray that the love and compassion they have to offer will comfort our patients and families with peace and dignity. May you bless all those who work in hospice and palliative care, for they too are precious in your eyes, and in ours. For this we pray. Amen.

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Loving God,

It is our deep desire to follow you in all that we do and say, knowing that in doing so we will find our greatest joy. Yet, there are times when we fall short in nurturing our relationship with you. In those moments, we ask that you gently guide us back on this journey of love, so that our hearts may remain steadfastly focused on you. In delightful joy, we pray. Amen.

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A blessing from the Apache Nation

May the sun bring you new energy every day, bringing light into the darkness of your soul. May the moon softly restore you by night, bathing you in the glow of restful sleep and peaceful dreams. May the rain wash away your worries and cleanse the hurt that sits in your heart. May the breeze blow new strength into your being, and may you believe in the courage of yourself. May you walk gently through the world, keeping your loved one with you always, knowing that you are never parted in the beating of your heart. Amen

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God over all,

Today we gather to honor and remember the lives of the saints gone before us. We thank you for their faithful witness and the light they brought into the world through their love and devotion to you. May their examples inspire us to live out our faith boldly and to continue our ministry, serving others with compassion. Help us carry their legacy in our hearts as we learn to grow closer to you. In the hope of what is yet to come, we pray. Amen.