Pray With Us - May 2023

Join us in prayer each day as we
give praise and thanks to our God,
ask for God's blessing on our day,
express our concerns,
and remember the needs of all God's people.

This month's prayers are written by the students of Connelly School of the Holy Child, Potomac, MD

May 2023

Pray With Us

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
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7	8	9	10	11	12	13
14	15	16	17	18	19	20
21	22	23	24	25	26	27
28	29	30	31

Monday, May 1, 2023

O God, Thank you for a good sleep and a new day. The sun is rising, and it is a sign of your love for the earth. It is a new day with new tasks to achieve. Help and guide me through this incredible new day you have given the world. Amen.

Molly, Class of 2029

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Heavenly Father, thank you for this wonderful day. Thank you for keeping us healthy and blessing us with amazing lives. We pray that you will continue to watch over us and that you can heal anyone who is sick. We pray that you will stop violence and bless our families. Amen.

Rylie, Class of 2029

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Lord God, thank you for blessing the world with this day. Thank you for all the little things such as blue skies, blooming flowers, and green grass that remind us of the new life that comes with springtime. Thank you for all the small things you have given to us. Amen.

Lucy, Class of 2029

Thursday, May 4, 2023

Oh God, we thank you for what we have today. We thank you for what we did yesterday. We thank you for what we receive tomorrow. God, we love you and thank you for what we receive every day. Amen.

Maggie, Class of 2029

Friday, May 5, 2023

Heavenly Father, the one who restores our soul and brings us comfort, we pray for healing for those who feel pain of any sort. We pray for comfort and peace for anyone who feels lost. Most importantly, we pray for all of those who thirst for you, who live humble and good lives, that they find you in their hearts. We pray for everyone to find your soul-restoring power, and to know that you, O Lord, are always with us. Amen.

Melanie, Class of 2029

Saturday, May 6, 2023

Lord, let us learn from your heavenly example. Let us listen to your word and act as you would want us to. As we celebrate this Easter season, help us reflect on ourselves and our effects on others. Help us remember to thank you for everything you have given to us; our friends, family, and all those we love. In your holy name we pray. Amen.

Molly T., Class of 2025

Sunday, May 7, 2023

Precious Father, we thank you for taking us under your shield and for welcoming us to your infinite love, even as sinners. We pray that you give us the strength to reach for your hand even in times of uncertainty. Help us to see the beauty in each other so we may love one another as you love us. May the beauty in our souls shine so that we may be present to one another. Let us help each other heal without condition as you have done for us. In doing so, may we become united as a family with you in spirit. Amen.

Esther G., Class of 2025

Monday, May 8, 2023

Heavenly Father, open our eyes to the beauty you brought to the world. Allow us the strength to get back up when we fall down. Help us understand your power and remember your name when we are in need. Amen.

Carmen R., Class of 2025

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Heavenly Father, we ask you to continue filling our hearts with love and forgiveness, so we may be like you. We ask you to guide us and help up remember our purpose in times of struggle so that we may resonate with who you want us to become and help others do the same. Amen.

Maria G., Class of 2025

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

O God, Today and every day help to give us the grace to act with compassion to be the best version of ourselves. Help us to be loving and lift up our neighbors. Give us the strength to tackle the troubles that come our way. In your name we pray. Amen.

Lilly M., Class of 2025

Thursday, May 11, 2023

God in Heaven, Thank you for today. Thank you for the blessings you have provided to each of us in this community. Thank you for food. Thank you for shelter. Thank you for our friends and family. Most importantly, thank you for your guidance and for challenging us to grow spiritually. May you guide us today and the rest of our days. Amen.

Grace D., Class of 2025

Friday, May 12, 2023

Loving God, we ask you to soften our hearts and encourage us to be kind to one another. May all your children live together in peace and recognize the dignity of each individual person. Amen.

Teresa W., Class of 2025

Saturday, May 13, 2023

O God of Justice, please let us unite as one in this world. Let us learn to love and appreciate each other for our authentic selves. Let us understand each other and support one another through tough times. Let us remember we all deserve love and compassion. In your name let us come together. Amen.

Benanti K., Class of 2025

Sunday, May 14, 2023

Lord, help us cherish our supportive friends and families and stay strong when days are hard. We ask for your safety and security. Thank you for new beginnings as spring comes upon us. We pray for the Holy Child community and those in need. Amen.

Tessa T., Class of 2025

Monday, May 15, 2023

Lord, help us to lead lives filled with compassion and mercy. Help us to show one another love, even during the darkest times. Help us to work towards a more peaceful and just society. Help us to open our hearts and minds to others and to celebrate our differences. In your name we pray. Amen.

Cami K., Class of 2025

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Lord, let us cherish the ones we love. Allow joy to fill our lives. Care for everyone around us. Open our hearts and accept those who are in need. Thank you for your graciousness, kindness, and beauty. Help us to follow in your footsteps and grant us hope that we will forever shine in your light. Amen.

Coco R., Class of 2023

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Lord, we ask that you bless all the Holy Child community with love and guidance. We pray for the students, staff, and faculty who make up this community. We ask that you watch over us and protect us and give us the strength to face any challenges that come our way. We ask all of this in your name. Amen.

Lucy M., Class of 2023

Thursday, May 18, 2023 - Feast of The Ascension of the Lord

Heavenly Father, today we remember the Ascension of Jesus, Your Son. We commemorate Our Lord’s Ascension into Heaven, and thank You for the undying grace and love You give us. We pray you continue to bless everyone with opportunity, wisdom and strength in all of our communities. In your name we pray. Amen.

Mackenzie K., Class of 2023

Friday, May 19, 2023

Lord, we thank you for giving us the gift of family and friends. Thank you for being with us during our joys and sorrows. Help us Lord, to be a light of hope for those in need.

Carly B., Class of 2023
Amen.