Give us, O Lord, steadfast
hearts, which no unworthy affection may drag downwards. Give us unconquered
hearts, which no tribulations can wear out. Give us upright hearts, which no
unworthy purpose may tempt aside. Bestow upon us also, O Lord our God,
understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, and a
faithfulness that may finally embrace you.
John Predmore, S.J., is a USA East Province Jesuit and was the pastor of Jordan's English language parish. He teaches art and directs BC High's adult spiritual formation programs. Formerly a retreat director in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Ignatian Spirituality is given through guided meditations, weekend-, 8-day, and 30-day Retreats based on The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Ignatian Spirituality serves the contemporary world as people strive to develop a friendship with God.
What powerful prayers God's saints have left for us! So much in so few words.
ReplyDeleteWe keep praying! God will give us unconquered hearts.
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