Prayer

Righteous God,

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month continues, we come before you with hearts grieved by the violence that tears at the very fabric of our society, harming the bonds of the family. Help us, as a ministry united, to turn our lament into effective and constructive actions, guided by your Spirit. May we not only be attentive to the signs of domestic violence in our workplaces and communities, but may we also have the wisdom and the fortitude to respond in ways that can better fulfill your vision of justice, restore relationships, and establish peace. With hearts of compassion, we pray. Amen.

Prayer

Giver of life,

Our mission calls us to respect, defend, and protect human life across the whole continuum of our journey on earth, from conception to natural death. Help us as a ministry to become more effective advocates and more faithful servants of a consistent ethic of life, fueled by your vision of care and compassion especially for those who are vulnerable, underserved, and underrepresented. In support of Respect Life Month, we pray. Amen.

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God of growth,

We pray today for the courage to embrace the discomfort that we know so often accompanies real and genuine growth. As we discover new ways to respond to the needs around us, give us the freedom to pursue your mission in ways that might challenge our usual modes of operating, and yet will ultimately make a difference for the lives of those we serve. For the good of our patients, families, and communities, release among us a spirit of innovation and agility that increasingly secures the common good for all. Amen.

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Ever-true God,

Our integrity as a ministry depends on a shared commitment to speak and act in ways that reflect your goodness and love, so that our reputation within our communities and among those we serve might speak for itself. May we be known for the strength of our relationships and our willingness to do what is right even when it’s hard. Individually and collectively, give us the strength and perseverance to honor the legacy of care we have received and to carry it forward for generations to come. Amen.

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Loving God,

Remind us today that you are always focused on the state of our hearts rather than the outer show we so often parade before others. Deepen our receptivity to your vision of the value we all possess before you, as those made in your image, and let that awareness drive us, with sincerity and compassion, to defend the inherent worth of all those we serve. No matter what the outward appearance may be, lead us to love and treasure every one of your children today just as we love ourselves. Amen.

Prayer, adapted from Pope Francis’ prayer on the 110th WDMR

God, Almighty Father,

We are your pilgrim Church journeying towards the Kingdom of heaven. . . . Open our eyes and our hearts so that every encounter with those in need becomes an encounter with Jesus, your Son and our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

Faithful God,

Give us the courage to embrace the risks that open doors to new growth, for ourselves and in our service to others. Keep us from allowing fear of failure or uncertainty hold us back from the opportunities you constantly place before us. Grant us wisdom to know when to step forward, faith to trust the journey, and strength to persevere when the path is difficult. May we live boldly and generously, as we extend your compassion to all. Amen.