Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Prayer 2506: On the Feast of Thomas Merton


O Infinite One, Lover of Our Souls,
your mercy is a canopy over us,
your love is a lamp unto our feet.
Accept our repentance
for the error of our ways,
for our refusal to be guided by your healing example,
O Giver of Life to All.

We center our hearts within your benevolence,
Our Guide and Way,
that we may proclaim your glory
with each breath that you have given us.

You, O Lord, are the Light,
All-Pure and Sublime,
encompassing all creation within the song of your love,
that sets the pillars of the heavens
and lays the foundations at the heart of the universe.
Yet you also walk alongside us as we seek your truth,
bending near to hear our whispered prayers,
gathering our tears within your mercy.

Give ear to our prayers and guidance to our steps,
strengthening our heart and minds for discipleship
that we may joyfully and faithfully serve You,
O Ground of Our Being.
Extend the hand of your mercy over all those who seek You,
especially those we remember before You as we pray.

Amen.

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