Prayer

God of new life,

You took on human flesh, entering into the depths of human life, through the yes of a young Jewish girl. Inspired by the example of Mary of Nazareth, may we too might say yes to your plan for us. Give us the courage necessary to make of ourselves the instrument through which you enter into the lives of the people we serve and those with whom we serve. May we also allow it to be done to us according to your word, that we might continue to extend the compassionate ministry of Jesus, your Son. In his name, we pray. Amen.

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Loving Lord,

Through your creative power and love, you call us to embark on a journey throughout life. Fill our journey with joy, even in the midst of the shadows, that we might continue to move forward, trusting in your presence and love. Stir within us the belief that we are moving forward to a better future, accepting that our best days are ahead of us. May we strive each day to fulfill the promise you implant within us, that we might make the future better for everyone, especially for the people we serve. Amen.

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Merciful God,

Your kindness towards us in infinite, measureless, boundless and free. Help us, as we strive to serve you by serving those most vulnerable, to be as kind and generous in mercy with them as you are with us. Forgive us, especially in this season of Lent, for times when our kindness has been lacking, and we’ve performed our service from a heart of duty and obligation, rather than joy in our calling. For those especially in need of refreshment in this regard, we ask for your abundant life to fill them anew and fan the flame of their desire to continue bringing good help to others. For the joy set before us, we pray. Amen.

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God of all,

We gather as one community within our healthcare system, united in our purpose to provide the highest quality care to those we serve. We trust that the work we do is a reflection of your calling, a sacred opportunity to bring healing and hope to others. Thank you for entrusting us with this mission, for equipping us to work together in harmony, and for allowing us to play a part in your vision for a flourishing world. May our efforts always be rooted in your love, inspiring us to serve with gratitude and compassion. Amen.

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God of all,

You create us for community, to reach our fullest potential through relationships. Nurture within us hearts willing to give of ourselves that our communities might grow and develop. Fill us with your Holy Spirit that we might face with courage the obstacles and barriers we encounter in striving to help the communities we serve reach their potential by being good help to others, especially people who are poor, sick, and vulnerable. Strengthen the bonds of affection that unite us, that we might improve the health and well-being of our communities. With trust in God, we pray. Amen.

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Good and gracious God,

You create us with the potential to do good for those we encounter throughout our lives. Cultivate in our hearts a desire to reach our fullest potential through the service of others. Fill us with the desire to assist others as they strive to reach their fullest potential, recognizing that helping others discover the good within them is a privileged path for realizing our own potential. We pray this in the name of the God who has created us all. Amen.

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God of promise,

Today, we recall with reverence the life and witness of Saint Joseph, husband of Mary, mother of God. Inspire us by the example of his faith, who trusted in the presence of God’s guiding hand, even in the face of seemingly unbelievable events. May his example and courage fill us with trust in the promises of God, freeing us to live in hope. We pray this in God’s name. Amen.