Pray With Us - April 2024

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 from Mayfield Senior School, Pasadena, CA

April 2024

Pray With Us

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
	1	2	3	4	5	6
7	8	9	10	11	12	13
14	15	16	17	18	19	20
21	22	23	24	25	26	27
28	29	30

Monday, April 1, 2024 - Monday in the Octave of Easter

Gracious God,
Please bless us to see your presence and light each day. May we find your gifts in the small aspects of our daily lives and strive to fulfill your good works. May we see the needs of our community and respond with love and compassion to ensure that all of your people feel respected and cared for. We pray that our actions may incorporate your words that call us to your guiding light. With gratitude and love, we pray. Amen.

By Sissy P. ‘25

Tuesday, April 2, 2024 - Tuesday in the Octave of Easter

God of love,
We thank you for blessing us each day with our Holy Child education. Enrich our minds with your teachings and help us learn to trust in your plan. We ask that you provide strength to those in need and may your loving words guide our actions. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

By Francesca DF. ‘24

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - Wednesday in the Octave of Easter

O Lord,
Give us the strength and power to see and believe in Your Resurrection. Help us to know and understand the impact You have on us as we grow in our relationship with you. Help us to trust in the power of Your love. Amen.

By Alexa T. ‘26

Thursday, April 4, 2024 - Thursday in the Octave of Easter

God of Light,
Help us open our hearts to the light of your Word in our times of darkness and to rejoice in your Resurrection. May we all walk in the power of that Resurrection truth and to welcome and celebrate eternal life with you in your kingdom. Amen.

By Juli N. ‘24

Friday, April 5, 2024 - Friday in the Octave of Easter

O God, rejuvenate our spirits as we embrace the freshness and gentleness of spring. We thank you for your creation of the beautiful scenery that echoes joy and tranquility. Please continue to grant us strength and creativity as we spread peace to those suffering from turmoil and violence around us and the world. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

By Vicky W. ‘24

Saturday, April 6, 2024 - Saturday in the Octave of Easter

O God, we thank you for blessing us each one of us with our openness to your wisdom and guidance. Enrich our minds with your teachings, help us to learn to trust in your plan for us, provide strength to those in need, and may your words continue to guide our actions. Amen.

By Zoë C. ‘25

Sunday, April 7, 2024 - Second Sunday of Easter

O God, please have mercy on us as we strive to live in your image but fail for we are human. We work to be our best selves for you so that one day we may live eternally with you in heaven. O Jesus, guide us through life and bring us closer to you. Give us mercy when needed and may we always show love to those who come our way. Amen

By Eleanor C. ‘26

Monday, April 8, 2024 - Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord

Loving God, as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Annunciation today, we thank you for giving us a new day to accept our call the way Mary accepted her mission. May her example encourage us to find joy with one another and in your creation. We pray for your ever-present care and guidance as we journey through the many trials, challenges, and obstacles before us. Bless us with your unconditional love and hope in every aspect of our lives. Amen.

By Brianna C. ‘24

Tuesday, April 9, 2024 - Tuesday of the Second Week of Easter

O God, may we prepare our hearts and minds as we reflect on Your Passion, Death and Resurrection. May we reflect on this day full of life and love as we profess our faith. And may you reign through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We pray, Amen.

By Juliet E. ‘24

Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - Wednesday of the Second Week of Easter

God of Infinite Wisdom, help us to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. May we always be grateful for our blessings and learn to sacrifice for others as Jesus has done for us. Let us continue to praise God throughout this Easter season with love and joy. Amen.

By Roselle G. ‘25

Thursday, April 11, 2024 - Feast of Saint Stanislaus, Bishop and Martyr

O Lord, let us take this day as an opportunity to remember Saint Stanislaus, who died as a martyr with an undying trust in God. May we acknowledge his sacrifice, and remain hopeful for the future and what God has planned for us. Please guide us on this journey of discovery, and please also remind us to remain faithful, especially during hard times. Amen.

By Tracy J. ‘25

Friday, April 12, 2024 - Friday of the Second Week of Easter

God of life, thank you for guiding us through another week of health and happiness. Please let us use our blessings to help others, especially those who are struggling during this time. Allow us to remain steadfast in our promises, and help us to be kind to others during this Easter season. We ask that you keep us close to your heart and continue to protect us as we gain new experiences and insights into daily life. Please cleanse our hearts and strengthen our faith. Amen.

By Lauren M. ‘24

Saturday, April 13, 2024 - Saturday of the Second Week of Easter

Almighty God, thank you for providing us with an abundance of gifts. Please let us use today as a day to give thanks and recognize your awe-inspiring presence in all the actions we partake in. We appreciate your guidance and all-encompassing presence in everything we do. Amen.

By Francesca V. ‘24

Sunday, April 14, 2024 - Third Sunday of Easter

O God, thank you for this week and all the blessings you have given us. Please let us use this Sunday as a day of rest and reflection on the many sacrifices you have made. May you also guide us to build more relationships filled with love and happiness with others this Easter season. We ask for your guidance in making sure we show our appreciation to those who deserve it. Amen.

By Chloe C. ‘25

Monday, April 15, 2024 - Monday of the Third Week of Easter

Almighty God, we thank you for the gifts of life and the love you fill us with. With your love the darkness transforms into the brightest light. Please continue to guide us as we celebrate Easter and help us to continue on the right path. We appreciate all your creation and the blessing of life. This we ask, Amen.

By Ann T. ‘26

Tuesday, April 16, 2024 - Tuesday of the Third Week of Easter; Theravadin New Year 3 days, Buddhism

Mighty God,
We give thanks to you as we enter a new day. Fill our hearts with love and strength as we celebrate Easter. Bless our sisters and brothers who celebrate the Buddhist Theravadin New Year this month. May they feel renewed and thankful as they enter into new beginnings in their lives. Please continue to watch over us and guide us to be faithful as we continue to navigate our lives. Amen.

By Maddy T. ‘25

Wednesday, April 17, 2024 - Wednesday of the Third Week of Easter

Blessed Creator,
We thank you for the abundant gifts you give us, and the constant care and love you shower on us everyday. Your love never goes unnoticed, and is appreciated by all your creation. We live to serve you, O Lord; and as we grow and mature, may we sustain our commitment to your kingdom. In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.

By Lulu S. ‘25

Thursday, April 18, 2024 - Thursday of the Third Week of Easter

Anniversary of the death of Cornelia Connelly (1809-1979), Foundress of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus

Almighty God,

As we approach Easter fill our hearts with gratitude and love. The love that brings us together and sets us apart. May we remember You during this time and all that you have sacrificed for our lives and the hope of the world and life to come. We thank you and love you, now and forever. Amen.

By Lola S. ‘26

Friday, April 19, 2024 - Friday of the Third Week of Easter

O God,
Thank you for the gift of life. As we grow nearer to Easter, may we fully cherish our blessings and appreciate the many joys of life. Help us to always recognize the beauty around us so we may forever be in awe of your loving creation and glory. Thank you for endless unconditional love. May we always cherish this, especially in times of difficulty. Please bring peace for all people this Easter season. Amen.

By Carolyn F. ‘24