PRAYING EACH DAY - OCTOBER 2014
OCTOBER This day, Father, may my eyes be opened to see the beauty in all that is ordinary - yet special - around me. May the glory of all that you have made remind me of your presence and lead me closer to you. http://angelwinks.net/images/tinypinkheart.gifhttp://angelwinks.net/images/tinypinkheart.gifhttp://angelwinks.net/images/tinypinkheart.gif Let us pray: Lord Jesus, you told your friends not to worry about the future. Mt 634 You showed them how to have the attitude of simple trust Mk 1015 that young children have, so that they could place themselves into the caring hands of our Father. And so I ask for the power of your Spirit that I may remain positive throughout all that is ordinary in my daily life. I know that your touch can change people and situations, and so I ask you to join me in offering to our Father not only the good things of this day but also the suffering and sacrifices that I want to offer cheerfully and lovingly, and in a quiet and hidden way. And so I pray that everything - including what is not to my liking - may be transformed in your presence for the benefit of other people. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1019.jpg DAILY CARDS OF FAITH http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod56.jpg |
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http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1151.jpg Let us pray: Creator God, we thank you for the creative skills of all human beings, made as we are in your image and likeness. Inspire us to use our skills for the benefit of all our brothers and sisters - working not in competition with others but as “fellow-travellers” who share the same journey. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1021.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod58.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/angelpod.jpg This angel picture changes daily. Let us pray: Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled, as to console; to be understood, as to understand; to be loved, as to love. For it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1022.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod59.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/naturepod/naturepod494.jpg Use to have a Good News Bible, wondering where it went! This explains where I got it from, my aunt worked for over 25 years for the Canadian Bible Society. http://www.biblesociety.org.uk/the-b...the-bible/GNB/ Let us pray: God our Father, we could never “prove” or “justify” ourselves to you. Instead, your love for us is without limit or condition. It is Good News that your love is free and can never be “earned” by any human achievement. Jesus your Son was a perfect sign of the wealth of your love. We ask for the power of your Spirit in our lives that we, in turn, may be credible signs of your love to the people we will meet today. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1023.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod60.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images//flowerpod/flowerpod96.jpg Let us pray: In my own part of the world, Lord, I pray today and commit myself to be loving and understanding in all that I do, and to be generous in giving of myself without expecting anything in return. I pray and commit myself to have an attitude of respect for each and every person, treating everyone as the equals that they are. All that I am determined to be, Lord, I ask for the power of your Spirit to enable me to be. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1024.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod61.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/iq/qcsleepingbaby1.jpg Let us pray: God our Father, it has been said of many of the world’s worst war-criminals, just how ordinary they looked. In the ordinary events of our daily lives, inspire us always to be positive in our attitude and in our decisions. Deliver us from all that is evil. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1025.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod62.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1156.jpg We’ll take as our prayer a few words from the Old Testament prophet, Micah: Who can compare with the Lord? He pardons what we do wrong, and takes great pleasure in having mercy. He treads down our faults, and he casts our sins to the very bottom of the sea. (Micah 718-20) http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1026.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod1.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images//flowerpod/flowerpod99.jpg Let us reflect and pray about our ordinary vision, and our vision through telescopes and microscopes: God our Father, may the vastness of your creation that we can begin to see through a telescope, remind us of the abundance of your love. May the lowliness of the smallest creatures and cells that we can see through a microscope, remind us of how insignificant - yet special - we appear to be. May our vision each day of the world around us remind us that you so loved the world that you sent Jesus, your Son, to be one of us. In all that we observe, open our eyes so that we may really see and grow in wonder and appreciation. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1027.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod2.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/naturepod/naturepod499.jpg An inspiring prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi is called “The Canticle of Creation”, which we will use as our prayer today: O Most High, all-powerful, good Lord God, to you belong praise, glory, honour and all blessing. Be praised, my Lord, for all your creation and especially for our Brother Sun, who brings us the day and the light; he is strong and shines magnificently. O Lord, we think of you when we look at him. Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Moon, and for the stars which you have set shining and lovely in the heavens. Be praised, my Lord, for our Brothers Wind and Air and every kind of weather by which you, Lord, uphold life in all your creatures. Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Water, who is very useful to us, and humble and precious and pure. Be praised, my Lord, for Brother Fire, through whom you give us light in the darkness: he is bright and lively and strong. Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Earth, our Mother, who nourishes us and sustains us, bringing forth fruits and vegetables of many kinds and flowers of many colours. Be praised, my Lord, for those who forgive for love of you; and for those who bear sickness and weakness in peace and patience - you will grant them a crown. Be praised, my Lord, for our Sister Death, whom we must all face. I praise and bless you, Lord, and I give thanks to you, and I will serve you in all humility. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1028.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod3.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/iq/qc2bearswbutterfly1.jpg Let us pray: Lord our God, we pray that, no matter what happens to us, we may grow as people who are generous enough to hold no hatred or bitterness towards anyone. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1029.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod4.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1160.jpg Let us pray: God our Father, one of the greatest yearnings of the human spirit is to be free, and we know that there are many kinds of restriction that limit and confine us. Inspire us today to help others to grow in freedom through the respect and understanding and kindness that we can offer. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1030.jpg Feeling very blessed today. The prayer is from one site and the pictures from another. Two have the word beautiful mentioned and the word friend in mentioned on two others and a rose is depicted in all three. We are all connected, it is all there if we look for it. http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod5.jpg |
http://www.angelwinks.net/images/na1.jpg Great Spirit, whose voice I hear in the winds, and whose breath gives life to all the world, hear me! I am small and weak; I need your strength and wisdom Let me walk in beauty, and may my eyes always see the red and purple sunset. May my hands respect the things that you have made, and my ears be sharp to hear your voice. Make me wise so that I may understand the things that you have taught my people. Let me learn the lessons that you have hidden in every leaf and rock. Make me always ready to be with you with clean hands and straight eyes. So, when life fades as the fading sunset, my spirit may come to you without shame. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1031.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod6.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/nostalg...talgicpod8.jpg Let us pray: There are likely to be some sudden and abrupt changes in my life, but there will be many more changes that are slow in taking place. When I face difficulties and crisis, I ask you, Lord, to help me to be wise and balanced in my decisions, strong in my friendships, and faithful to you, and so be more able to live at peace within. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1032.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod7.jpg |
“The Lord’s Prayer” http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1163.jpg Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1033.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod8.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images//flowerpod/flowerpod6.jpg Let us pray: Lord God, may all that we see and discover lead us to grow in wonder and appreciation. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1034.jpg SOMETIMES THE SMALLEST PRAYERS ARE THE BEST! http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod9.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/lisavic...avictoria5.jpg Let us pray: In times of difficulty, Lord, we appreciate the support and encouragement of others. In better times we feel stronger and more secure. Remind us then to co-operate with other people and look out for the needs of others, being ready to offer a smile, a word, and other support and encouragement. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1035.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod10.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images//flowerpod/flowerpod8.jpg Let us pray: Lord, may people be as ready to give me a chance, a break, and let me make a new start, as I am ready to be as equally generous to others. Forgive me my faults in the same way as I forgive and accept other people. Amen. http://www.prayingeachday.org/Oct18.pdf http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1036.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod11.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/iq/qc2bearsonporch.jpg Let us pray: God our Father, may your Spirit be at work in my life so that I may transform into something positive whatever negative experiences I will face in life. If I have been done down or treated unfairly, lead me to be concerned about fairness and justice to others. If I have felt misunderstood, inspire me to listen to others and show genuine interest. If I have been left out of things, remind me to welcome and include others. If I have felt that I have experienced little support, show me how best to encourage others. If I have not felt really appreciated, lead me to be generous in valuing and thanking others. What I pray for today, Father, I also commit myself to work at. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1037.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod12.jpg |
Let us pray: The regular prayer is not available. It is my prayer today that these may come true for me daily: 12 Signs of a Spiritual Awakening 1. An increased tendency to let things happen, rather than try to make them happen. 2. Frequent attacks of smiling. 3. Feelings of being connected with others and nature. 4. Frequent overwhelming episodes of appreciation. 5. A tendency to think and act automatically, rather than from fears based on past experiences. 6. An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment. 7. A loss of ability to worry. 8. A loss of interest in conflict. 9. A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others. 10. A loss of interest in judging others. 11. A loss of interest in judging self. 12. Gaining the ability to love, without expecting anything in return. Amen http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1038.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod13.jpg |
http://www.angelwinks.net/images/religious15s.jpg Psalm 23 was sung, and we use the words of that prayer from the Bible today: Lord, you are like a shepherd to me, and so I have all that I need. You give me rest in meadows of green grass, and you lead me to water where I gain new life and strength. You guide me along the way that is best for me. Even when I walk in darkness and everything around seems like death, you are there, walking with me, and the promise of your love and faithfulness helps to conquer my fear. In the sight of those who do me down, you invite me to sit at table with you. There you offer me even more than I need, and you remind me that I am significant and special. You call me to goodness and kindness every day of my life, and your house will be my home my whole life long. Amen http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1039.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod14.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images//flowerpod/flowerpod12.jpg Let us pray: Lord our God, may we grow as people who think of others and see their needs never “passing by on the other side”, Lk 1031 but being willing to make sacrifices and be generous for the good of others. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1040.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod15.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1171.jpg Let us pray to be free of prejudices: Lord, lead me not to be hasty in jumping to conclusions about people. Influence me not to stereo-type individuals or make sweeping generalisations. Free me from prejudices which leave no-one free. Help me to appreciate that there are other ways of looking at things, realising that others can have as equally valid a view as mine. Inspire me to grow in the ability to understand others and think as generously of them as I would like them to think of me. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1041.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod16.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/iq/qcbalconynswan.jpg Let us pray about “choosing life” in our own daily circumstances: God our Father, peace in our world begins with the attitude and actions of individual people. We pray that we may live in such a way that we are positive in our attitude, choosing “life” in the small events of this day - rather than choosing “death” that comes from a negative attitude of criticism and finding fault, of doing others down and being miserable. In choosing “life” rather than “death”, living positively and cheerfully, may we bring life to others. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1042.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod17.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/naturepod/naturepod514.jpg Let us pray: Jesus, light of the world, lead us to be tolerant and understanding of others, looking for what unites people rather than what might divide and separate. Inspire us always to discover the best in one another and work together to build up your kingdom in our world today. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1043.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod18.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/naturepod/naturepod515.jpg We’ll use as our prayer today a psalm from the Bible in which we give thanks for all of creation, knowing that what we see can inspire us to grow in a sense of wonder: Lord our God, how great you are, and I give thanks to you. You stretch out the heavens like a tent, with the sun to mark our days of work and the moon for our nights of rest. Your fingers created the earth and wrapped it with the ocean like a cloak. There the ships sail, and beneath them glide the great sea creatures that you made to play with. You pour down rain which the ground takes up. You set springs gushing forth in the valleys, and streams that flow between the mountains, giving water to all that lives. You make grass grow for the cattle and crops in abundance for our needs. You bring goodness to the trees, and in their branches the birds build their nests. Swarms of all living creatures are so many that they could never be counted. What variety you have created, Lord, arranging everything so wisely! You send your Spirit, and all things have life. Fill us with your Spirit, Lord, and give us new life, and renew the earth that you love. Amen. (Psalm 104) http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1044.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod19.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/naturepod/naturepod516.jpg The following words are from a poem entitled ‘The New Colossus’ by Emma Lazarus, and were placed on a plaque by the huge statue in 1903. “The golden door” is a name for New York Harbour. “Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” Amen! http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1045.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod20.jpg |
The site where I have been getting the picture quotes for these posts have shut down. https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/i...GNBMABFFKyLAIg Let us pray: Almighty God, we pray for all who are in positions of leadership in our country, that they may show wisdom and understanding. We pray that they may live as people of integrity and honesty, growing in a sense of duty and responsibility, always being aware of the needy and ready to be of service to others. Amen. https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/i...pJwP9IZObiAdzc |
https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/i...PgFJVLejBg6xl6 Let us pray: Lord, let us never be so tied up or occupied only with our own concerns that we lose focus on the real world. Inspire us to live in such a way that we live balanced and unselfish lives, having quality time for others in which we are genuine in our attention and compassion and care, knowing that we are all brothers and sisters. Amen. https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/i...nSrBX4cPAV2eZ- |
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/i...Dstm9NDApdLPrA Let us pray: Lord God, when difficulties surround us, help us to keep a sense of balance, and stay peaceful within. Amen. https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/i...3qoljW4rzXJLCL |
https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/i...Cd7EHbJmgHn9VM Let us pray: Lord, we give thanks for all that the earth has given in recent months, and we give thanks, too, for all the work of human hands. As the land lies fallow, at rest, remind us of our need to keep a healthy balance in our lives each day. Amen. https://encrypted-tbn3.gstatic.com/i...XCXjPuN1PlWZGg |
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