Gracious and ever loving God, You called the prophet Jeremiah to speak Your words without fear (Jeremiah 1: 1–10).
Teach us to speak prophetic words when our world is out of balance, when the cares of the voiceless go unheard.
Teach us to speak prophetic words when hope is in short supply; when our best efforts still fail; when events occur that seem senseless and without meaning.
Teach us to speak prophetic words when co-workers lean on us for advice and guidance; when difficult decisions need to be made; when the way is unclear.
Teach us to speak prophetic words when the old ways will not work anymore; when new visions are needed; when new dreams must be dreamt.
Teach us to speak prophetic words when we resist being molded in Your potter’s hands.
Teach us to speak prophetic words without fear, for we know You are with us.—AMEN.
(Adapted from Catholic Health Association, 2006)