Prayer
for the 2010 Bishop's Annual Appeal
Lord God and Father, we thank You for the many gifts You have
given to us and we welcome Your presence in our lives at all
times.
As a people united in our love for You and for one another,
we ask that You continue to draw us closer in Holiness andMission
to strengthen our resolve to assist those among us who are most
in need.
Teach
us that only a love for Christ will sustain us in the work that
lies ahead. In the middle of these challenging economic times,
give us a vigilance to care for the spiritual and physical needs
of our brothers
and sisters in Christ.
Through
the Bishops Annual Appeal, help us once again to come
together to share our time, talent and treasure.We know that
the assistance we extend to others is the most powerful expression
of our gratitude to You, as well as a genuine testimony to our
faith.
Through Your Son, Jesus Christ, make our prayer to You one of
faith, hope and charity for all of Your people.
AMEN