Almighty God, in whose hands lies the destiny of all nations, let not the hopes of all men and women  perish, nor the sacrifices of all be in vain. O holy and life-giving Spirit, enable us by thy grace to root out from our common life the bitterness of ancient wrongs and the thirst to avenge the betrayals of long ago. Save us from the tyranny of history and set us free in a new obedience to serve each other in the present hour. Accepting the redemption wrought for us, we believe that all our sins of yesterday are covered by thy mercy. Grant us therefore grace and courage to give and to receive the forgiveness which alone can heal today's wounds. Draw us, O Lord, towards loving kindness and guide us into the way of peace.
Form: Catholic Online
The Catholic Lawyers Society of Metropolitan Detroit sends out a short First Friday reflection every month, composed with help from our Spiritual Advisor, Msgr. Ronald Browne.