St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church at 490 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, GA 30188 US - Prayer for Priests
Prayer for Priests |
In this Year of the Priest, O God, we ask Your blessing on those You have called to priestly ministry.
May they, above all, be faithful and passionate followers of
Your beloved Son, Jesus.
May they be compassionate, as Jesus was, toward all who seek
spiritual comfort and forgiveness.
May they open wide their hearts to all in need of Your merciful embrace.
May they be compassionate, as Jesus was, toward all who seek
spiritual comfort and forgiveness.
May they open wide their hearts to all in need of Your merciful embrace.
May they be teachers, as Jesus was, steeped in Your Word and teaching,
on fire with it, and breaking it open for all who are
hungry for Your holy and transforming Word.
May they be teachers, as Jesus was, speaking courageously for what is right and true,
proclaiming your kingdom to all in need of your grace and giving voice to all your children, especially the poor and marginalized.
May they be prayerful, as Jesus was, hearts burning within
them and se upon You above all.
From the rising of the sun to its setting, may they be the voice of
praise and thanksgiving, and of faith, hope and love to all in their care.
Amen