And recently in this “ordinary time” we have seen our fellow citizens rise up in anger and violence, destroying, injuring, even killing others to push their narrow agendas. Prayers in Time of Plague is a collection of classic Catholic devotions with special attention given to prayers intended to ward off and heal from plague or pestilence. Ordinary time? Be with those who have died from the virus. May they be at rest with You in Your eternal peace. Lord, we have received nothing that we asked for or wanted. Completing the series, The Africana Worship Book (Year C) offers the same diversity as the 2 other volumes with all new material from new voices. We stepped up. Framed around one ordinary day, this book explores daily life through the lens of liturgy, small practices, and habits that form us. And then we collected ourselves. In this part of Scripture, the author again affirms faith in God as a protector of His people. If you can, picture the faces of these people. We beg You to help our leaders to put away childish things, to forget political advantage, and to be good stewards of their people. In it, researchers found that the Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot seemingly offers significant protection against the new strain, suggesting that booster shots, in general, could be vital in fighting it. Understated. Be with the leaders of all nations. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings, you will find refuge; his … Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank you that all good gifts come from you. The final book of the Bible, Revelation prophesies the ultimate judgement of mankind in a series of allegorical visions, grisly images and numerological predictions. This second week of Advent, pray with us for families around the world, for whom the pandemic is far from over. This open access book not only describes the challenges of climate disruption, but also presents solutions. For firefighters, police, and emergency medical workers.For doctors, nurses, and all health care professionals.For those who serve in the armed forces. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is one of the major plagues currently haunting the earth. The Empress Pulcheria asked the Patriarch to order that this hymn be chanted henceforth in the Divine Liturgy, as it still is today. This second week of Advent, pray with us for families around the world, for whom the pandemic is far from over. We are constantly aware of how much we need you, your grace, your strength, your power working through even the toughest days. I ask for compassion and love when I’m unable to give those to myself. God of the present moment,God who in Jesus stills the stormand soothes the frantic heart;bring hope and courage to allwho wait or work in uncertainty. I am not a regular reader of the Bible, but one of my favorite set of verses can be found in Ecclesiastes, Chapter 3, verses 1 and 11. You are worried for your family and yourself. Help us to reflect again, on what Christmas is really all about. For affected families who are facing difficult decisions between food on the table or public safety, For all who experience fear or anxiety, We pray for peace of mind and spirit. To what really matters. Gracious and Loving God,You are our comforter and our hope.Hear our prayers as we come before you.Strengthen us in this time of need.Inspire us to acts of solidarity and generosityand give us hope of a brighter future. We thank You that no matter how dark the night may get, there is the hope of the dawn to come. Our church calendar tells us that we are back again in Ordinary Time. May we who are merely inconvenienced remember those whose lives are at stake. Photo by Ric Rodrigues from Pexels God of knowledge and wisdom, we ask that you would dwell with all the scientists who are working daily to develop an effective and safe vaccine to combat this virus. Part must be the guardians of public safety who risk their lies and health, even give up that life, to keep order and peace. I cannot sense if you are pleased with me or if you are waiting for me to do much better. We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee,joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial. Please watch over everyone as times and routines are about to change once again. I am thankful for good colleagues and the opportunity to collaborate with so many around me. Whether you are a mother of preschoolers or toddlers, this book satisfies your soul and reminds you that you aren’t alone! No other job requires our attention, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with a job expectancy of at least 18 years. The news is swirling with accounts that are scary concerning the coronavirus. Good-bye!” “Sorry, we appreciate what you do, but we cannot afford it any more. Loving God, Your desire is for our wholeness and well being. 2020. Some are happy. Note the emotions you feel when you think of these individuals without judging or overanalyzing. - Author requested to remain anonymous, May we who are merely inconvenienced, remember those whose lives are at stake.May we who have no risk factors remember those most vulnerable.May those who have the luxury of working from home remember those who must choose between preserving their health or making their rent.May those who have the flexibility to care for our children when schools close remember those who have no options.May we who have to cancel a trip remember those who have no safe place to go.May we who are losing our margin money in the tumult of the economic market remember those who have no margin at all.May those who settle for quarantine at home remember those who have no home.As fear grips our country, let us choose love during this time when we cannot physically wrap our arms around each other, let us find ways to be the loving embrace to God and our neighbor. Let our spiritsdraw closerto each otherin spite ofthe distancebetween usand march boldlyinto tomorrow. - By Rebecca L. Cull. Jesuit Refugee Service/USA. May Christ our true God, through the inter-. May they know your protection and peace. Amen. Pray to God for Protection. I see the people, my people, of my city, peeking out their windows at me. Send you healing touch … Racial disparity. Be grateful for what we have and for those around us with whom we share these changes. Pope Francis composes a prayer to Our Lady, Health of the Sick, to implore her protection during the … A Prayer for Good Health and Protection from Harm. You know our weakness. 6. Emotions may run high when receiving the coronavirus vaccine. Protect me from trouble wherever I … Who do you avoid or refuse to see? Like a rock settling on the bottom of a lake after it’s thrown in, let yourself settle. “Who was that masked man?”). We grieve precious lives lost and vulnerable lives threatened. Fill us with your joy and the peace of your Spirit. I want to dosomething. Help us, Mother of Divine Love,to conform ourselves to the Father’s willand to do what Jesus tells us: He who took our sufferings upon Himself, and bore our sorrows to bring us,through the Cross, to the joy of the Resurrection. Father God, You are the ultimate Healer. Image by Gerd Altman from Pixabay. This mask takes away power – the power of clear communication but also the possibility to infect. I thank you that I can trust you for the future of my family. Is there a person or group of people especially affected by COVID-19 that you don’t often choose to see or connect with normally? May my prayers and support be with them all. Lives perishwhile the flamesof leadersaround usdance erraticallyin the blisteringwinds of changetheir lightsflickerto near extinctiontheir sparksbarely visiblestruggleto light the way. In the day of trouble you answer us, O Lord, and you protect us; you send us help and give us support. In the face of growing alarm over the COVID-19 pandemic, the Catholic bishops of the United States are entrusting the nation to Our Lady of Guadalupe and asking her intercession for the country and the world.. Divine Protection Against Illness. We pray for your love and compassion to aboundas we walk through this challenging season. We beg You to help us to be wise ourselves and to care for human life in the least of those around us. Social disparity. May they know your peace. 3. - Written by Brenda S. Levya-Gardner, Ph.D. 5/24/2, “Change is the only constant in life.” - Heraclitus (ancient Greek philosopher). Ask for light and insight as you prepare to review your day. We ask for compassion, love, healing, and kindness. If you can, picture the faces of these people. We choose to press in close to you today, and keep you first in our hearts and lives. endstream
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But when an unknown disease with the potential to sneak up on me and those I love comes into play, I won’t lie, it’s scary. As traces of this pestilence are being studied in labs, we shiver at its demonic malevolence for destruction, especially of the frail and the elderly. Direct our hearts and minds towards you. Were muted. Some of these endings come suddenly or unexpectedly. © 2021 Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. (Surely, that has come clear. Who do you avoid or refuse to see? This heartfelt collection of the Pope's reflections on the need for repentance, awareness of sin, God's divine mercy, forgiveness of others, and confession and absolution, is a transformative read for Catholics of all vocational states! Pope Francis Prayer for End of Rosary — Prayer 2 "We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God." During the reign of the Emperor Theodosius, the city of Constantinople was shaken by earth- quakes for almost four months. Mothers and fathers have worked hard to provide for their families, and now their jobs are gone. If ‘absence makes the heart grow fonder’, it may be that, rather than becoming accustomed to doing Church from home, our hunger for the Eucharist will intensify and make us value all the more gathering for it when at last we can. At His command the … who is our stability and strength in troubled times. May we who settle in for a quarantine at home remember those who have no home. Who can see through your mask? Guard us from stresses that steal our emotional strength and lower our immunity to fight infection. This site has been made possible by a grant from Leadership 100. For all of us affected by COVID-19, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”. But it’s just this type of situation that will truly test my faith. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you... do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. Public health issues have a way of making us recognize how interwoven our lives are with others in society. And we step into 2021. Come to our aid now, in the midst of the global spread of the coronavirus, that we may experience your healing love. It is important to trust in and count on God, even when our day doesn’t... 3. Graham’s tenure and the beginning of new leadership under Dr. Hanycz here at Xavier. CRS Global COVID-19 Emergency Summary - … Give them the foresight to act with charity and true concern for the well-being of the people they are meant to serve. - Prayer originated from https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/03/02/coronavirus-prayer. Our Father. protection, provision, and peace. Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. A COVID Serenity Prayer. Allah … The information contained on the website of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is for informational purposes only. Isn't desire sinful and selfish? The story of each person is a story of want—desires unmet, hopes dashed, passions pursued and ambitions fulfilled. You are the Creator of all worlds, physical and metaphysical. What interactions with others were significant to me today?What care and compassion did I show?What was going on in my head during these interactions? Count on God to help you tackle each task.. For Yours it is to have mercy on us and save us, O our God, and to You we ascribe glory: to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, now and forever, to the ages of ages. May our hearts be unified in You more than ever. and turn my heart, hands, and prayers toward the concerns of others. For the challenges, the emotions, the struggle. Two young saints who died during the influenza epidemic of 1918 are among ideal intercessors for us as we battle the coronavirus today. Prayers for Strength during the Coronavirus Pandemic 1. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick. Covid-19: A Prayer of Solidarity. Amen. For you never leave us. Listen, behind the factory noises of your panic- The birds are singing again The sky is clearing, Spring is coming. Give their coworkers the good sense to stay home if they feel they might be getting sick. For in all this, I grow closer to you. Through my mask, you hear me if I whisper a brief prayer or mutter a muffled curse. Download prayer. In the present tragic situation, when the whole world is prey to suffering and anxiety, we fly to you, Mother of God and our mother, and seek refuge under your protection. Structured to reflect the morning service found within the Reform siddur, Mishkan T'filah, this new collection invites a deeply personal prayer experience that will strengthen our connection to Jewish tradition and inspire us to make the ... For those who are feeling afraid, we call upon the strong name of Jesus. Sign of the Cross. Join millions of others and discover your prayers can avail much. Bestselling author and minister, Germaine Copeland, has been praying and teaching others to pray for more than 30 years. For others it’s from a deep sense of your true self. - Prayer originated from https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/03/02/coronavirus-prayer. Let us turnto our Godandto the sacred lightof the Holy Spiritthat burnsineach of us. Coronavirus Prayer for God’s Intervention and Protection Coronavirus Prayer for God’s Intervention and Protection. Bring hope that you will make them the equalof whatever lies ahead. (3) The ultimate guide for anyone wondering how President Joe Biden will respond to the COVID-19 pandemic—all his plans, goals, and executive orders in response to the coronavirus crisis. When trouble comes that affects only me, it’s a no brainer to hunker down in prayer and let you handle it. A treasury of inspirational readings, accompanied by personal reflections and meditations, features works by Helen Keller, Barbara Kingsolver, Thomas Aquinas, and others on such themes as nature, relationships, creativity, and work May they know Your peace. Whether we are home or abroad, surrounded by many people suffering from this illness or only a few, Jesus Christ, stay with us as we endure and mourn, persist and prepare. Coronavirus: MFM releases 40 prayer points. who is our stability and strength in troubled times. I trust you, but I … For all who have contracted coronavirus, We pray for care and healing. 280 0 obj
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For those who are particularly vulnerable, We pray for safety and protection. Come to our aid now, in the midst of the global spread of this virus, that we may experience Your healing love. It is all extraordinary with you. PRIEST: For You are a merciful God Who loves mankind, and to You we ascribe glory, to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. They’re scared, we’re scared. The Priest, bowing his head, says the following prayer: PRAYER OF PROTECTION FROM THE CORONAVIRUS by Grace Bishop Alexis (Trader) of Bethesda God Almighty, Lord of heaven and earth, and of all creation visible and invisible, in Your ineffable goodness, look down upon Your people gathered in Your name. As you think of the ways we are connected or disconnected to one another, pick a connection (or lack thereof) that seems important, significant, or is manifesting itself the strongest. So many are sick, some have died, and all are impacted by the resultant events in their local communities. We cry out to You as One Who only heals and redeems. Oratio Imperata: Prayer against COVID-19 . We ask for protection for the elderly and vulnerableto not succumb to the risks of the virus. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick. By James Parker. When I wanted to hide, I’ve faced the day. In it, researchers found that the Pfizer COVID-19 booster shot seemingly offers significant protection against the new strain, suggesting that booster shots, in general, could be vital in fighting it. A phantom disease … Merciful God,Open my heart and mind to be fully present to those I interact with throughout the day.Allow me to listen to others without passing judgement or haste to solve what I cannot change.Give me patience and understanding and grant me grace in my shortcomings.Be with me in times of fatigue and lift me up with the strength to carry out your compassionate love to all those I meet. - By Susan Haarman, Loyola University Chicago, It seems that I return to you most easily when I need comfort, O God. Make us a people living in your perfect love that we may drive away fear. JE\��xՍ=u%K���y�G�p�>B1�Q�("���Bq�[z�a] �Y�����+�u��y�����cuP���X�5�rZ�3�gD/b���"B�b�Q� ��܌��v�u�+) �3��;*٬���@�Y�/� Father of goodness and love, hear our prayers for the sick members of our community and for all who are in need. - By Ray Angle, Assistant Vice President, Career and Professional Development, Gonzaga University, "If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is Thank You that will be enough." An English-language translation of the Pope’s prayer is below: O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope. Old friends and colleagues are now out of control. But there does not have to be hate. The Orthodox Observer places the Church in the context of the current world we live in through a diverse and informative experience â offering participants meaningful exchange with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, her ministries, and affiliates. We know that we can do anything through You, so please help us ensure health and semi-normalcy in the coming months. I have felt challenged by all the meals I’ve cooked and dishes I’ve washed. Author: Pope Francis. Buoyed by your love, I choose each day to let peace reign in me. - Prayer originated from https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2020-03/pope-francis-prayer-our-lady-protection-coronavirus.html. In fact, there is even a miracle which took place in the Byzantine Empire during a time of dire need and danger â namely, the threat of earthquake â and which is commemorated every year on the 25th of September. Simply acknowledge them, pay attention, and listen to where God may be speaking. This has been a peculiar year, and so taking some moments, one year from when the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 to be a global pandemic, may give you some insight on how to keep moving forward. Help us, Lord, to move beyond our masks. – Lynn Ungar, March 11, 2020 (posted with permission of the author) for more from this author, view: http://www.lynnungar.com/poems/. PEOPLE: Lord, have mercy. Give them the wisdom to choose long-term solutions that will help prepare for or prevent future outbreaks. %PDF-1.5
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Contact Us Where is ordinary time? We hold in tenderness and prayer the collective suffering of our world at this time. We asked for justice, and you called us to be just and lead with integrity. O Lord, hear our prayer. Amen. But your mask, Lord, what about your mask? My friends don’t see or hear or know; nor do my family; nor my colleagues. Could their young minds handle all that was being thrown at them? Jesuitresource.org is developed by The Center for Mission and Identity at Xavier University with support from the Conway Institute for Jesuit Education. Thank you that you came to give new life, peace, hope, and joy. But there does not have to be loneliness. With great excitement, a touch of trepidation. But there does not have to be meanness. DEACON: Have mercy on us, O God, according to Your great mercy, we pray to You, hear us, and have mercy. We ask that You keep this novel coronavirus from continuing to spread. Holy Virgin of Guadalupe, Queen of the Angels and Mother of the Americas. Our world calls for cooperation among national leaders, scientists, health care providers, and all who are instrumental in overcoming this crisis. PEOPLE: Lord, have mercy. I need you more today than ever before. You are my hiding place, and under Your wings I can always find refuge. When the disease that moves us to mask our faces for safety fades away, will our eyes and our ears be stronger, better able to see and to hear the smiles and the frowns, the cries and the whispers of those who fill our lives? As we embrace this changed world for our students, our employees and our communities, some of us here today are entering our own New Normal with new and different roles, responsibilities, adventures and dreams for our future. Count on God to help you tackle each task.. Heal us from our fears, which prevent nations from working together and neighbors from helping one another. Help us. 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