A Lenten Prayer
Lord, our God,
you created us in love
and redeemed us in mercy.
While we were exiled from heaven
by the jealousy of the evil one,
you gave us your only Son,
who shed his blood to save us.
Send now your Holy Spirit
to breathe new life again into your children
for you do not wish us to die,
but to live for you alone.
You never abandon those who abandon you;
correct us as a Father
and restore us to your family.
Lord, your sons and daughters stand before you
in humility and trust.
Look with compassion on us.
Heal our wounds;
stretch your hand of pity
to save us and raise us up.
Keep us free from harm as members of Christ's body,
as sheep of your flock,
as children of your family.
Do not allow the enemy to triumph over us
or death to claim us for ever,
for you raised us to new life in baptism.
Hear, Lord, the prayers we offer with contrite hearts.
Have pity on us as we acknowledge our sins.
Lead us back to the way of holiness.
Protect us now and always from the wounds of sin.
May we ever keep safe in all its fullness
the gift your love once gave us
and your mercy now restores.
Amen.
- From the Rite of Penance. View other Marquette Lenten resources.
