As we center ourselves in God’s holy presence, we recall the words of St. Augustine: “Hope has two beautiful daughters. Their names are Anger and Courage: Anger at the way things are, and Courage to see that they do not remain the way they are.”
Gracious and loving God, each day our hope in the goodness of humankind is renewed as we witness the generosity of our brothers and sisters in caring for each other.
Today we pray in thanksgiving for all those who act with courage to put the needs of another before their own safety.
We pray for those whose righteous anger fires them up to push for improvements in the lives of those who suffer.
We pray for a spirit of non-violence for all of us as we encounter the surprises and challenges of each day.
May we continue to hope for the transformation of ourselves and our world as we ask: Loving God, where do You desire to lead us this day in our care for one another and for our suffering world? May we respond with generosity and courage.—AMEN.
