Lord, I find it hard to be Your good servant. I carry the anger and cynicism of my past experiences; these make me witless and cold when I should radiate the joy of Your Resurrection. Mother Mary, you knew the complete oneness with the will of the All Mighty. I would, by His grace, wish to approach that state. If this now is the painful journey to that reality, pray for me that I not lose faith. May I also find reasons for joy so that those around me will know within me there is so much more than flesh and blood. It is You that animates me.

 

Thank you Lord for the many true servants who surround me! Their witness is hope and a windbreak against the tempest of this secular world. May I too be a witness to Your Word and a buffer against the worldly aims directed toward those I love. Keep me faithful Lord. You gave Your life that we might be free. May my life be a gift back to You. Amen.