Prayer: Early Christian Prayer

Helper of those who turn to you, light of those in the dark, creator of all that grows from seed, promoter of all spiritual growth, have mercy, Lord, on me and make me a temple fit for yourself. In your great mercy, in your boundless compassion, wash away my sins, through Jesus Christ, your only child, the truly holy, the chief of our souls’ healers. Through him may all glory be given you, all power and honor and praise, throughout the unending succession of ages.