O Lord, grant that I may meet all that this coming day brings to me with spiritual tranquility.
Grant that I may fully surrender myself to thy holy will.
At every hour of this day, direct and support me in all things.
Whatever news may reach me in the course of the day,
teach me to accept it with a calm soul and the firm conviction
that all is subject to thy holy will.
Guide my thoughts and feelings in all my words and actions.
In all unexpected occurrences,
let me not forget that all is sent down from thee.
Grant me to deal with in a straightforward and wise manner
with every member of my family,
neither embarrassing nor saddening anyone.
O Lord, grant me power to endure the fatigue of the coming day
and all the events that will take place during it.
Guide my will and teach me to pray, to believe,
to hope, to be patient, to forgive, and to love.
Amen.
Featured image: “The Old Order and the New.” Photographer Peter Henry Emerson, 1886. Art Institute of Chicago Digital Collections
