September 15, 2008

A prayer for those clinging to anger, pain, and resentment:

Father God, Christ Jesus, Holy Spirit,

Please heal the deep emotional and spiritual wounds
that afflict your precious children.

Help us to give to you the suffering and anguish
we have clung to for so many days, months, years.

Remove from our hearts, our minds, our words, our actions
all that is unworthy of your love, your forgiveness, your sacrifice.

Help us to forgive ourself and to forgive others
of all wrongs and injusticies,
pain and suffering,
we ...and they... have inflicted
upon ourself and upon others.

Without your love and assistance,
we are helpless to help ourself,
to recognize, appreciate, and cherish
the blessings and grace you give to us,
to truly live each PRECIOUS moment.

Amen.