Opening Prayer
Abba-Father, You revealed that You are a jealous God, You want all of us. In childlike trust, You ask us to let go of other supports and resources we have elevated to god-like security. You ask us to empty ourselves for You, as Mary did – as St. Therese did. Give us the confidence in You to trust Jesus. He told us that the kingdom of God belongs to children. Retouch the “child” in each of us that we may walk and live in innocence, wonder, simplicity and trust. Lift from us the harness of cynicism and the darkness of distractions, in which we serve our own needs as if they were gods. Embrace us as a father embraces his children – and free us to receive and enjoy Your embrace.
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