By God's Grace Prayer
O good and gracious God,
Make the door of my parish church wide enough
to receive all who need human love, fellowship,
and Your care;
And narrow enough to shut out all envy, pride, and
all that is uncharitable.
At this time in the life of my parish,
I turn to You with grateful heart
for what I have and with great anticipation
for what is yet to be.
Bless my parish with a sense of unity,
a spirit of cooperation,
and a generous heart,
as we face the responsibilities and challenges
of my parish campaign.
I know there is much to do.
I believe our goals are rooted in Your World
and in Your work.
Please guide us, strengthen us,
and bless us with Your presence
now and through the years to come.
Amen