Prayer for Perseverance

Loving God, and Sustainer of all Life,
You who care for us today will take care of us
Tomorrow and every day.
The spiritual journey pushes us forward—
Deep into the mysteries of patient persistence
In spite of our human expectations.

Hear our pleas and come to the aid
Of those You have called to the service of Your Church.
Strengthen their hands to do Your work.
Give their eyes clarity of visions to see You in all things.
And revive their thirsting spirits
With reminders of Your constant Presence.

Drawing wisdom
From those who have journeyed before us—
Moses and Miriam,
Sarah and Abraham,
Jacob and Rebecca,
Elizabeth and Zachary,
Mary and all the Apostles,
Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross,
And all holy men and women—
May they learn courage and perseverance,
Be at peace and never lose heart. Amen.

From the handbook of Holy Hour Prayers put forth by the Avilas of the Diocese of Cleveland