Reflection “A lion chased me up a tree, and I greatly enjoyed the view from the top.” –Confucius Prayer Living God, Give us the freedom, flexibility, and agility to develop new ways of flourishing in a volatile, ever-changing wor

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Living God,

Give us the freedom, flexibility, and agility to develop new ways of flourishing in a volatile, ever-changing world. Strengthen our resolve to accept necessary risks at the necessary time, so that we may always respond creatively to new circumstances. Help us to foster a positive attitude that can reframe our challenges as opportunities or even blessings in disguise, as we strive to become the people you have called us to be and bring good help to all those in need. By your grace, we pray. Amen.

Reflection “Lying covers a multitude of sins – temporarily.” –Dwight L. Moody Prayer Gracious God, Empower us to become people of ever greater unity, integrity, and love. People who can speak the truth while extending grace and ki

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Gracious God,

Empower us to become people of ever greater unity, integrity, and love. People who can speak the truth while extending grace and kindness, appreciating how we are all ultimately children before you. May we hold one another accountable to seek the common good together, even as we learn to trust each other more by sharing openly our vulnerabilities and weaknesses. In this way may we come to enjoy an experience of community built on a firm foundation of love—the kind of love that mirrors your own, covering a multitude of sins. Amen.

Reflection “Amid the variety of our charisms, we are called to listen to one another and to journey together…to discern where the Spirit is leading us for the benefit of all.” ~Pope Francis Prayer Listening God, There are times we

Listening God,
There are times we feel unheard, wondering if anyone truly listens to us. But in those moments, we’re reminded to reflect on how well we listen to others. Are we present to their words, their needs, their hearts—or are we distracted and distant? Listening is a sacred gift, one that deepens our connection to others and to ourselves. Thank you for always hearing us, and for showing us how to care deeply through the simple act of listening. Amen.

Reflection “May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.” ~Nelson Mandela Prayer God of hope, Each day brings countless choices—some that impact our patients, others that shape our families and ourselves. In every decision

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God of hope,

Each day brings countless choices—some that impact our patients, others that shape our families and ourselves. In every decision, we hope to choose what is good and just, bringing benefit to all involved. Yet sometimes fear can cloud our judgment and slow our steps. In those moments, remind us that you are near, guiding our hearts with the promise of hope. With gratitude for your steady love, we pray. Amen.

Reflection “I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly.” ~John10:10 Prayer Abundant God, From the very beginning, you created this world with us in mind, gifting us with all we need to live fully and abundantl

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Abundant God,

From the very beginning, you created this world with us in mind, gifting us with all we need to live fully and abundantly. Though we have faltered through our human failings, your love for us has never ceased. Instead, you sent your Son to guide us in living more fully—through love of our neighbors and of ourselves. Remind us always that the lives we lead and the work we do are rooted in your love for us. May we reflect that love in all we do and with everyone we meet. Amen.

“To weep with those who suffer does not mean that we have a good cry and get on with other things. It is more that we have a good cry and we are never the same.” ~Jan Johnson Prayer God of the suffering, Through your word, you promis

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God of the suffering,
Through your word, you promise to walk with each person through trials and tribulations, never leaving anyone alone. Guide us, through your example, to walk with our patients each day—through their pain, anxiety, and worry—assuring them that their health is of utmost importance to us. May our presence reflect your steadfast love, reminding them that they never walk alone on their journey. In gratitude for your example in the work we do, we pray. Amen.

Reflection “The Gospel takes away our right forever, to discriminate between the deserving and the undeserving poor.” ~Dorothy Day Prayer God of all, You created each person with equal dignity and showered your love upon all, with

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God of all,
You created each person with equal dignity and showered your love upon all, without condition. Yet in our humanity, we sometimes create divisions based on status or wealth, forgetting that in your eyes, all are equally deserving. Remind us that your call is to love as you love—freely, fully, and without judgment. May our compassion help break down barriers and bring us together as one human family. Amen.