Radiating Christ
Ideally, we should seek to be good stewards of God’s blessings all the time and not just when volunteering. Each day allows us to be good stewards in our homes, when on the phone, emailing, texting, talking to others, at the store, at work or recreation, dining, etc. Let us seek to be Christ-like at every moment of every day and in every place. The following prayers will help you on your journey to be more Christ-like.
Radiating Christ Prayer
Jesus, help me to spread your fragrance
everywhere I go today.
Flood my soul with your spirit and life.
Penetrate and possess my whole being so utterly
that all my life may only be a radiance of yours.
Shine through me and be so in me
that every soul I come in contact with
may feel your presence in my soul.
Let them look up and see no longer me,
but only Jesus! Amen.
Blessed John Henry Newman
Stewardship Prayer
Generous and loving God,
you call us to be disciples of your Son Jesus
and good stewards of your many gifts.
Open our minds and hearts
to a greater awareness and deeper appreciation
of your countless blessings.
Transform us through the power of your Spirit
to nurture a stewardship way of life
marked by faith-filled prayer,
service to our neighbor, and generous sharing.
Teach us to be faithful servants of your gifts.
With Mary’s help, may we return ten-fold
the gifts entrusted to us.
We pray this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
Bishop Robert Morneau