Morning Prayer For Today
Today, on the first day of the month of November, let us take a moment to contemplate our relationship with others.
This is the time of year when we start to think about giving gifts to those closest to us. But what does it mean to be a good gift-giver? How are we able to give meaningful gifts that will make a difference in the lives of others?
The answer lies in our commitment to listen closely and respond compassionately. As we consider how we can best honor those closest to us, let us also remember those who are less fortunate than ourselves—those who suffer from hunger and homelessness, illness and addiction. May their needs be foremost in our hearts today as we pray for them and strive to do whatever we can to alleviate their suffering.
Liturgy Of The Hours Morning Prayer For Today
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Psalm 42:2-3, 5-6 (morning) or Psalm 131:2-3, 5-6 (evening)
Lord, come to me and help me to know you better. I pray that I may have a deeper understanding of your love for me and others by experiencing your presence more vividly each day of my life.
Apostle’s Creed (morning) or Nicene Creed (evening),
Ibreviary Morning Prayer Today
Introduction
God’s presence with you in this day
Liturgy Of The Hours Schedule
- Prayer for the day
- Prayer for the day’s intentions
Liturgy Of The Hours Morning Prayer For Today
Today, we are reminded that every day is a gift from God. We also learn to be grateful for all the gifts we have received and to take care of them as well as possible. The Liturgy of the Hours invites us to reflect on our life here on earth, and how important it is for us to remember God’s love for us.
It is easy to forget how much we have been blessed with if we do not take time out of our busy lives to appreciate these blessings. It’s important that you dedicate yourself today towards being grateful for what has been provided for you by God; whether this is through family or friends, work or study, anything at all!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The prayer of the Church is a conversation with God. In this way, it is different from how we might pray at home or on our own. When we speak to God in prayer, we do not just say what’s on our minds and then move on. Rather, we listen for and respond to God’s voice by praying Scripture back to him. This means that our words are a response to what he says and do not merely reflect what we want him to hear or know about us (or rather, what we want others to think).
We can see this difference between speaking with God versus speaking at him most clearly when it comes time for confession: rather than saying “I’m sorry” over and over again until some kind of relief has been found (as if you were talking about yourself), confession asks you instead simply ask for forgiveness from another human being who stands as an example of Christ himself (forgive me, Father).
O God, come to my assistance; O Lord, make haste to help me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Hallelujah!
Hallelujah!
God’s presence with you in this day
God is with you in all of your activities. God is with you in all of your trials. God is with you in all of your joys and sorrows, triumphs and failures.
Open the door to welcome the Lord into your day. Invite him to accompany you on every step of the way, helping you work toward his will for your life—and toward heaven itself!
Conclusion
Whether you are at home, at work, or on the road this is a great way to keep in touch with your faith and connect with God’s presence.
