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Prayers
Below you will find a collection of prayers for your use.
Prayer for VacationLoving Father, open our eyes to see the wonders you have created and our hearts to feel its beauty. In our days of vacation and recreation draw us nearer to you through the things which you have made. May the joy of the sunshine, the quiet of the forest, the murmur of the streams, and the steadfast strength of the everlasting hills teach us the deep secret of your peace. May we go back to the world stronger, simpler, sweeter and may we become worthy messengers of Him and his love and beauty. We ask this through Christ our Lord. † Amen.
Don't forget to go to Mass while you're on Vacation.
Prayer for Priestly Vocations(from the Archdiocese of Los Angeles) Father, in every generation you provide ministers of Christ and the Church. We come before you now, asking that you call forth more men to serve our Archdiocese in the ministerial priesthood. Give us priests who will lead and guide your holy people gathered by Word and Sacrament. Bless us with priestly vocations so that we can continue to be a truly Eucharistic Church, strengthened in our discipleship of Jesus Christ, your Only Son. Raise up, we pray, men who are generous in their service, willing to offer their lives and all their gifts for your greater glory and for the good of your people. We make our prayer in the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, through Christ, Our Lord. † Amen.
Pre-Game Prayer(for sporting events or games) Lord God, thank you for bringing us together in your name.
We know you are with us now, Please help the players, coaches and officials to play and be fair. Keep us all safe from injury. Thank you for giving us the chance to teach our faith to others by our actions. † Amen.
Post-Game Prayer(for sporting events or games) Lord, we thank you for the opportunity and challenge of this game. You call us to compete well, finish the race and grow in our faith! Help us to remember we can do all things through You, who gives us strength. † Amen.
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