Miscarriage Prayer

Why, my child— do you ask ‘why’? Well, I will tell you why.You see, the child lives. Instead of the wind he hears the sound of angels singing before my throne. Instead of the beauty that passes he sees everlasting beauty— he sees my face. He was created and lived a short time so theContinue reading “Miscarriage Prayer”

Petition of the Selfless

O Lord, remember not only men and women of good will, but also those of ill will. But do not remember all the suffer­ing they inflicted on us. Remember the fruits we have born thanks to this suffering: our comradeship, our humility, our courage, our generosity, the greatness of heart which has grown out ofContinue reading “Petition of the Selfless”

Peace Prayer (Prayer of St Francis)

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.Where there is hatred, let me bring love.Where there is offence, let me bring pardon.Where there is discord, let me bring union.Where there is error, let me bring truth.Where there is doubt, let me bring faith.Where there is despair, let me bring hope.Where there is darkness, let meContinue reading “Peace Prayer (Prayer of St Francis)”

Prayer for Those in Chronic Pain

God of Compassion, you willingly took on our human condition to experience the same pain, suffering and death that we do. Through your Son’s resurrection, you transformed suffering and death into new life and glory; and invite us to join our own pain and struggles to those of Jesus. Increase the faith and hope ofContinue reading “Prayer for Those in Chronic Pain”