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