Blessed Lord, may duty kindle the sacred light of religion in my heart
And burnish the silver mirror of my soul so that others may
See themselves in me.
May I always be truly tactful and forbear sweetness
That hides distain.
I undertake not to let caution or ill-will
Color my estimation of others.
I will serve those around me with simplicity and do
Nothing to inflate who I need to be.
Protect me O Lord when my heart forgets that
All souls are sacred and have feelings beyond what I can see.
Let not my own weakness and lack of courage
Allow me to challenge someone who is not me equal.
My generosity shall be one of my greatest secrets,
Unless it sets a humble example during a time of need.
I will not ask a favor of one who cannot grant it,
Nor will I assume one is owed to me.
May I remember to guard the dignity of my own soul
With the sword of self-respect
When my shortcomings threaten its light.
Above all
No adversity will humble or harm my spirit.
May the Lord intervene and
Guide me through my times of weakness
And protect me from the temptation
To break any of these prohibitions.
