Dear God,

You invite all who are burdened to come to You. 

Touch my soul with Your compassion so I may be supported in kindness and also be more compassioante to others.

Touch my heart with Your courage so that my own courage grows and that I may more fully be an instrument of Your love and peace. 

Touch my mind with Your wisdom, so that my mouth may always speak in ways that please You.

Help me lead others to You by my example. 

Bring me strength in body, mind and spirit, so that I may share the light of my soul- Your creation-with other even in difficult times.

Amen