In this uncertain agea time whenour brothers and sistersyearn forpeace and lightwe are calledand stand readyto do magisto do morethan we didbefore. Yes there is sickness. 1 Psalm 91:16 "With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation." Getty 2 2 Corinthians 9:15 "Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!" Getty This mask takes away power the power of clear communication but also the possibility to infect. Ask for light and insight as you prepare to review your day. Take a moment to think about how COVID-19 has impacted your life. Prayer Emphasis for the day: Global Relations. And finally, take time to remember that God is with us through all the events of our lives, and that these endings and beginnings are no different. And birthdays may be particularly important to children, helping them to understand the concept of aging while raising their self-esteem and cementing their feeling of belonging in their families. My smiles, my thoughts, my mumbles, though these I know, but they are a greater mystery to others now. Collaboration, innovation and cura personalis were our touchstones. (National Day of Prayer Task Force) "Our nation needs prayer now more than ever, and so . For job losses. Prayers for those with the Coronavirus, those who care for them, and those who are suffering from anxiety during this stressful time. Theyre scared, were scared. Science Center During pandemic times, keeping our hearts and minds focused on the truth of God's word eases our anxiety and fear. Every birthday, every celebration ends with something sweet, a cake, and people remember. Help us. It was a surprise for him and he loved that, says Anne. Despite how popular love languages are, there is little research to support the framework. May our hearts be unified in You more than ever. Cant wait to see what the next year has in store for both you and our friendship. Amen. Hear our prayer. Who do you avoid or refuse to see? Happy birthday. Today a young woman I know is busy spreading fliers with her number through the neighborhood so that the elders may have someone to call on. It was one of the most delightful things that ever happened to me in my life, says Amber. And always feel your spirit surround me in safety. Going old happens. Nearly everyone has had a pandemic birthday. The parade was filmed and posted on Facebook, which meant she could watch it in the months that followed whenever she felt the pandemic bringing her down. She's the world's leading animal behaviorist and an Autism advocacy leader. One of the few aspects of this terrible pandemic to be grateful for is that it has taken a vastly lesser toll on children and young adults than its major precursor of last century, the flu pandemic. // ]]> Sahih Muslim, a book on the sayings of the Prophet records: "When the Messenger of Allah intended to combine two prayers on a journey, he delayed the noon prayer till came the early time of the afternoon prayer, and then combined the two. Daily prayer to be said during the Coronavirus Pandemic Click image to download a PDF of the prayer. Breathing deeply of your calm, I repeat, again and again, You are here. Good and gracious Companion, my family and friends need tranquility and assurance. Whether this card is for a new friend, a distant one, or anyone in between, take a moment to show them what they mean to you. The pandemic has made it impossible to have a real birthday bash with your loved ones and friends. Youre not old. But rather open time slots. As we prepare to walk into the future we pray for the "new normal" to come. May we who have to cancel our trips remember those who have no safe place to go. I am thankful for the opportunity learn and practice new things. Yes there is isolation. I love that were so much alike. -Prayer originated fromhttps://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2020-03/pope-francis-prayer-our-lady-protection-coronavirus.html. T terisha sewnarain 0:05 S Smiley Happy birthday. We come in prayer today. Thank you for being you. We need to seek Him through His Word, will, and ways. In Jesus' name, Amen. Amen. Prayers for Strength during the Coronavirus Pandemic 1. Is there a person or group of people especially affected by COVID-19 that you dont often choose to see or connect with normally? How Loneliness Hurts Us and What to Do About It. A very small selection of people who suffer from Crohns or Ulcerative Colitis go on to develop a very rare liver disease which affects the bile ducts. May 2020 - Dec 20222 years 8 months. Gracious and Loving God,You are our comforter and our hope.Hear our prayers as we come before you.Strengthen us in this time of need.Inspire us to acts of solidarity and generosityand give us hope of a brighter future. Comfort those who are distraught and mourn their loved ones who have died, and at times are buried in a way that. The pace, chaos, and emotion of change can be stressful; make time to take care of ourselves and each other. Read more Practices for Observing Lent Birthdays are kind of a big deal in my house. That was a crazy time. Happy birthday. What connections to others are you becoming more aware of? (Taken and modified from the prayer of Jabez 1 Chronicles 4:10) My prayer for you today on your Birthday. I am praying that your special day brings you lots of love, peace, and . If being calm is hard, acknowledge it. Still, somehow, this time does not seem ordinary; it is anything but that. Wishing you a day filled with happiness, hugs, and delicious cake. Make time to celebrate the new beginning and what we have to look forward to. The Coronavirus pandemic has rapidly transformed life as we know it for millions of people all over the world. 2. Help me see it as a human response that keeps me conscious of the seriousness of this moment, but do not let it overwhelm my spirit. 6. Greater Good Say the Glory Be 6. Those in my community who are suffering need care. 7. But as someone with chronic illness, I know the prayer can still be useful when facing an . Touch only thoseto whom you commit your life.Center down. God gifted us with limitless creativity and imagination. Put it together and frame it like the work of art it truly is. Promise this world your lovefor better or for worse,in sickness and in health,so long as we all shall live. The year we cried. A number of long-serving leaders, faculty and staff will be ending their work on campus, and their successors will be beginning theirs. Thank you that you surround us with favor as with a shield, and we are safe in your care. 5/17/2021. It was truly a wonderful experience, says Angela. God, you gave me a life that day I was born, and I hope I will spend all my life and do as much as I can to show you my love and gratitude! Our Father. 2020 is behind us. "There is no place for the sick at hospitals, no place for the dead at the crematoriums and graveyards," said Pagidipalli, a physician and evangelist who works with multiple Churches of Christ in southern India and oversees a medical mission . What connections to others are you becoming more aware of? We grieve precious lives lost and vulnerable lives threatened. Act on what we can control, but recognize and move on from what we cant control. Many recent events in my work here on campus got me to thinking about endings and beginnings about change. If you are a person of faith, take a moment to pray with it. Can we all take off our masks, Lord? You went about healing all and bringing comfort to those in pain and need. Its gonna be ok, were gonna make it be ok. Well, I know exactly what youll say. The best is yet to be. - Robert Browning, You take away all the other luxuries in life, and if you can make someone smile and laugh, you have given the most special gift: happiness. - Brad Garrett, When someone asks if you'd like cake or pie, why not say you want cake and pie? - Lisa Loeb, With mirth and laughter, let old wrinkles come. - William Shakespeare, Youth is happy because it has the ability to see beauty. The pope prayed for an end of the epidemic and delivered his homily against the dramatic backdrop of an empty St. Peter's Square, glistening in the rain. Theyre a great excuse to eat cake. We are not meant to do life alone. We are ending our budget work for one fiscal year and the beginning our work on future financial and fiscal year planning. As fear grips our country, let us choose love. 21. 2020. Who make our lives worth living? A Birthday Prayer for My Son Heavenly Father, Please bless MY SON for his birthday. For others its from a deep sense of your true self. We adjusted. We have finished one academic year and are beginning to prepare for students to return in the fall. There are a lot of good people out there in the world, but today we recognize YOU as being one of the best. Mayor Eric Adams: My fellow New Yorkers. They bring friends and family together, strengthening the ties that make up our society. About. But not to you, Lord. Our lives and our work are a constant series of endings and beginnings. Alone and isolated. Be with people making decisions that affect the lives and futures of our families, communities, countries, and the wider world. As religious leaders of diverse faiths, prayer helps reveal answers to questions that weigh on us. We mourned. Birthdays are first and foremost a chance to let people know that they are part of a community of caring people, which is what made Ambers party so special. Amen. Angela J. of Los Angeles, California, attended a surprise Zoom birthday for an aunt living in Philadelphia who was turning 90. Lets eat, drink, and be merry in your honor. General Birthday Prayers. Let us ask for Gods grace and help as we pursue these endings and these beginnings together with patience, perseverance, and trust in what He has planned for us. Let us turnto our Godandto the sacred lightof the Holy Spiritthat burnsineach of us. 43 Best Bible Verses for Birthdays (That Can Work For Anyone) Numbers 6:24-26. So, what can we do to fete people at this time and hold on to those benefits? and celebrate Thanksgiving as weve done in the past. Prayers in a time of pandemic - Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney I pray that we continue to be inclusive and broad in our thinking, that we continue to be imaginative and innovative, that we have the energy required to sustain us. As we embrace this changed world for our students, our employees and our communities, some of us here today are entering our own New Normal with new and different roles, responsibilities, adventures and dreams for our future. And the courage to reach out. Some of these endings come suddenly or unexpectedly. Thanks for being my friend over the years through it all. Just keep driving by. I continue to welcome and be open to your presence in my life and in this work. We just held our commencement exercises, which signifies the end of our students time here on campus and the beginning of their lives as Xavier alumni. Pope's Prayer for Protection from Coronavirus, episcopalrelief.org/what-we-do/us-disaster-program/faith-based-response-to-epidemics/, https://www.catholic.org/prayers/prayer.php?p=1822, https://www.catholic.org/prayers/prayer.php?p=229, https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/03/02/coronavirus-prayer, https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2020-03/pope-francis-prayer-our-lady-protection-coronavirus.html, Multi Faith Calendar of Religious Holy Days, Foundational Documents on Jesuit Catholic Education, Xavier University's Center for Mission and Identity. Give them the wisdom to invest in long-term solutions that will help prepare for or prevent future outbreaks. Through all these years, God, I feel your love and care. When I've done that emptying prayer, without expecting it, finding myself with an idea or a passage of scripture that's . Where is ordinary time? And recently in this ordinary time we have seen our fellow citizens rise up in anger and violence, destroying, injuring, even killing others to push their narrow agendas. Amen. It was really sweet.. May they know your peace. To those in pain. Hope this birthday is the best yet. Who was that masked man?). addthis_share = { The Jesus Prayer. PRAYERS IN TIME OF A PANDEMIC . 1. }); And most important of all, happy birthday. Simply acknowledge them, pay attention, and listen to where God may be speaking. May my anxiety be transformed into love. when its hard to travel and gather together. Father, we seek Your wisdom daily. Of course, birthdays often give us the chance to participate in shared rituals: emotional group gatherings that can help us transcend the current moment and increase our connection to others. 4. Where you are, the extraordinary tries to lift us up, to let us see beyond the everyday and catch hints of what can be, of who we could be if we gave room to our best selves, of what we could do if we banded together in common purpose and resolve. For social justice. Help us to come out of this Pandemic better, not bitter. Take some time to sit down and think about what you've learned and how you've grown. Us garbagemen are gonna keep collecting the garbage, doctors and nurses are gonna keep doctoring and nurse-ering. We pray that we try to understand each other in our struggles to make sense of the forces that are beyond any one of us, that we see beyond threats imagined or real, that we hear beyond shouted anger or mocking taunts or cursing threats and note the cries for help that rest mostly silent in ordinary times. Yet the Prophet allowed combining the prayers during travel or emergencies. We pray for your love and compassion to aboundas we walk through this challenging season. As we prepare to walk into the future we pray for the "new normal" to come. And of course, the ending of the Fr. Another year around the sun. Celebrating another quarantine birthday? And this is my birthday, so it seems fitting that I would read this passage. Simply acknowledge them, pay attention, and listen to where God may be speaking. Who will show ushow to press on? For each of the five decades, announce the Mystery What connections do you take for granted in your life? Was I truly present?What control do I have over the circumstances of these individuals?Did I do all that I could in this point in time?What can I do for tomorrow? 3. Rag-ge-dy! It just made me feel so joyful.. Happy birthday Jesus! Light a candle, pour a glass of wine or your favorite beverage, and make a list of five lessons from the past year . God wants to be present in all parts of our livesnot just the easy or serene moments. R: The Spirit of God has made me, And the breath of the Almighty has given me life. Growing up is a choice. The year injustices were even more pronounced. On her 58th birthday, Mrs. Cole-Dai wrote "58 Pandemic Prayers," a collection of 58 simple, one-line meditations for a better life, better relationships and a better future. - Written by Brenda S. Levya-Gardner, Ph.D. 5/24/2, Change is the only constant in life. - Heraclitus (ancient Greek philosopher). You are the best, and I hope that your birthday is as unforgettable as you are. The year that taught us to minimize. - Written and offered by Phil Chick on 5/17/21 post-pandemic. One cousin even created a special online presentation for the call that included live and recorded music, as well as dance performances and poetry. Freelance. Creator, thank you for my many blessings, especially ______________. I pause (breathe in and out) and thank you for this day. A plan which has been long been needed, but is only now being reckoned with. When I think of the extent to which You were willing to go in order to save me,. Say one Hail Mary on each of the next three beads. But no less joyous. Scared but resilient. But each ending gives us the opportunity for a new beginning. Will we see, Lord, that what we think of as your mask is really also our own, our inability to find you in the rush of our lives, our failure to see you in all the wonders you show us, our incapacity to hear your gentle voice in the tumult that surrounds us. Be grateful for what was learned and what was accomplished. They came to some interesting conclusions: The rituals associated with birthdayslike giving cards and presents, or sharing cake or mealsimbue them with importance and significance. Father of goodness and love, hear our prayers for the sick members of our community and for all who are in need. Father please hear us when we tell You of our concerns of sending our children and educators back to school. To Love. This is the cake and this is the buttercream.Also there is a thin brownie layer on the bottom, so here is the recipe I used for that as well (only used 1/3 to 1/2 the batter, made the rest into two-bite brownies).. How to Help Teens Handle the Loss of Proms and Graduations, Why Experiencing Joy and Pain in a Group Is So Powerful. What connections impact you the most? Of course, the most important thing in creating any celebration is knowing the birthday recipients likes and dislikesand what matters most to them. [CDATA[ Even if those ease, we may not be ready to risk big social gatherings. Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP, Pastoral Letter to the Clergy, Religious and Lay Faithful of the Archdiocese of Sydney during this COVID-19 Pandemic, 24 April 2020. Distance may keep us apart, but it could never get in the way of me wishing you the happiest of birthdays. Others are planned and come more gradually. But your mask, Lord, what about your mask? Trust us, you'll be glad you found a way to celebrate your birthday during COVID. Today, Im overjoyed to celebrate your existence. I cannot sense if you are pleased with me or if you are waiting for me to do much better. Age disparity. Strengthenuswhen we feel discouragedor overwhelmed. Yes, we have finished this holy season. My most precious prayers and wishes are reserved for you today, my dear! Happy birthday, friend. Lives have been lost and upended. Pandemic is a frightening word, and I can easily feel confused or helpless to respond. Racial disparity. Birthday Prayer for Senior Citizens Dear Heavenly Father, we celebrate with you the birthday of one of your own who has lived long and well. We embrace this metaphorbecause we believeour purposeis inextricably linkedto helping othersclarify and attain theirs. text: "I would like to share Xavier's Jesuit Resource - Prayers During the Coronavirus Pandemics" Sending you love on this birthday. Many people have turned to Twitter to vent and find the humor in the reality of spending birthdays in quarantine from awkward Zoom parties to new ways of blowing out candles. - Prayer originated fromhttps://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/03/02/coronavirus-prayer. I pause (breathe in and out) and remember that today, As in days before, I have survived. Have friends and family drive by the birthday honoree's house, honking . They provide a sense of collective continuitymeaning, a sense that we are all going through life togetherthat helps us feel less focused on our individual aging. Since this was the first time that everyone was out of their house and socializing, it made it special.. If you are a person of faith, take a moment to pray with it. When all seems lost. I celebrate Your birth, Your life, Your death, and Your resurrection. A Prayer to God in Anxious Times Rev. We celebrated the birth of Jesus with angels singing and shepherds visiting and magi following a star from the East and bearing gifts. My faith that keeps me steady as our entire country wakes up every morning to wage war on an invisible enemy. Amid mental and physical suffering may they find consolation in your healing presence. Even in this time of separation and possible isolation, what is one way you can maintain meaningful connection to otherswhether directly, through technology, or intentional focus and attention? I hope that todays wishes, smiles, and heartfelt words turn into many amazing memories. Greater Good wants to know: Do you think this article will influence your opinions or behavior? We come to you, loving God, with hope in our hearts and prayer on our lips. Don't let the pandemic get you down. All over the world people are slowing down and reflecting. Heres to hoping all your candles this year dont set off the fire alarm. As I thought about some of these recent endings and beginnings, what we have been through these past fifteen months, and the general pace of our lives in the 21st century, I stepped back to assess some of the things that I have found helpful to make these transitions. Wish your loved ones an unprecedented, healthy, and happy quarantine birthday with this incredible card from stationer Cheree Berry. Know that we are striving to make all of the right decisions and need Your love and power to help us overcome any difficulties. Enjoy your day. In your mercy, Lord, Grant us the strength to rebuild. This month, nurture your relationships each day. Our celebrations. Hopefully some of them will resonate with you. With love and respect for the past, we as a community face our new beginnings and journeys with anticipation, optimism, enthusiasm and care for each other creating our own New Normal. Usually we celebrate by having a bunch of friends over, sharing great food and wine, and carousing into the wee hours. Avon Lake, Ohio, United States. Funny. In the meantime, we've been given a time of retreat to meditate upon what Holy Communion means to us all and we've been given new opportunities and new pastoral strategies. For peace in our city and in our world.For renewed friendships among neighbors.For solidarity and unity among all peoples.For a greater appreciation and love of all humanity. Now some 3,600 people are dying per day. May the reunions, interactions, and moments ahead be held in such intentionality and may we turn to You in sincere gratitude. The infected person - who has not been identified - attended a 24-hour prayer event at Asbury University in Wilmore on February 18. Pray for leaders responsible for making decisions about the pandemic. I pause (breathe in and out) and ask for forgiveness for The days I falter and the disease takes over. Acknowledge how you are feeling in this moment. And I would not recommend an international move in the middle of a global pandemic. When I wanted to hide, Ive faced the day. 2020. Contain the spread of infection. We asked for courage, and you gave us fears to overcome. Researcher Eranda Jayawickreme offers some ideas that can help you be more open and less defensive in conversations. For in all this, I grow closer to you. My friends dont see or hear or know; nor do my family; nor my colleagues. In all humility, we turn to our God today to honor our dead. Seventeen-year-old An-lin S. of Flemington, New Jersey, organized a driveway party that involved friends gathering at the birthday girls house and hanging out together to chat, gossip, and share cake. As we transition through this time we pray: One day at a time sweet Jesus.That's all that I ask of you.Lord help me today.Show me the way.One day at a time. Each of these numbers affects the lives of spouses, children, friends with care and worry, with work to help cure and coax loved ones back to health. There is no one alive who is you-er than you. - Dr. Seuss, You can be gorgeous at 30, charming at 40, and irresistible for the rest of your life. - Coco Chanel, I decided if you're lucky enough to be alive, you should use each birthday to celebrate what your life is about. - Mary Steenburgen, Grow old along with me. They say that a hotel in the West of Ireland is offering free meals and delivery to the housebound. Start with our ideas below, and add any personal details to it to make it extra special. Give him the. Open the windows of your soul And though you may not be able to touch across the empty square, -Written by Fr. I pray that the year ahead brings many beautiful blessings to your life. Get comfortable. Or maybe we just feel better about our age with a little bit of wine. To what really matters. Loving God, Your desire is for our wholeness and well being. God of hope, may your love blanket the earth, as you teach us to live more generously today than yesterday. we're so lucky to still have you on this earth 28 Feb 2023 00:27:44 )Know that our livesare in one anothers hands. May God bless you on your birthday this year. } Happy birthday. You are here for us to see and to hear. Can we know, Lord, that we put on many masks so we can cope, avoid, pretend, be acceptable? Shine onmy friendsmay the bright flamesof our spiritsburning in unisoncreate a bonfirethatsparks hopeignites faithilluminates loveand lights the way. Birthdays (and other temporal markers) can also be times to reassess our lives. Anyone who keeps the ability to see beauty never grows old. - Franz Kafka, Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. Marcel Proust, Truly great friends are hard to find, difficult to leave, and impossible to forget. Unknown, Birthdays are nature's way of telling you to eat more cake. - Jo Brand, Old age is like everything else. As is said, When one door closes, another door opens.. Just wanted to take this opportunity to let you know I appreciate your friendship so much. Toburnbrighter. Open my eyes and let me see them as You see them! Economic disparity. I love my country. The pandemic itself deserves its own "loving look." Prayer always begins and ends with a recognition of God's presence, and it disposes us toward receptivity. I cannot hear if you whisper an answer to my prayer or brush off my curse. Merciful God,Open my heart and mind to be fully present to those I interact with throughout the day.Allow me to listen to others without passing judgement or haste to solve what I cannot change.Give me patience and understanding and grant me grace in my shortcomings.Be with me in times of fatigue and lift me up with the strength to carry out your compassionate love to all those I meet. Experience professional with over 10 years of experience spanning data analytics, project management, procurement, renovations, and property management with knowledge and experience in SQL . Read more A Blessing for Healthcare Workers in a Time of Covid-19 Pandemic Kate Williams wrote this prayer as a blessing for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pause and reflect on where youre being invited to grow from that moment. Be good to each other and well get through this. But there does not have to be disease of the soul. Thank you for your daily powerful Presence in our lives, that we can be assured your heart is towards us, your eyes are over us, and your ears are open to our prayers. Thank you that they have journeyed through so many ages and stages of life cultivating the gifts of wisdom, patience, persistence and dependence on You. Note the emotions you feel when you think of these individuals without judging or overanalyzing. Please watch over everyone as times and routines are about to change once again. Jesuitresource.org is developed by The Center for Mission and Identity at Xavier University with support from the Conway Institute for Jesuit Education. Hone your creativity with the power of Adobe Express. You are the best, and I hope that your birthday is as unforgettable as you are. The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate. - Oprah Winfrey, Today you are you. Happy birthday. For the sick and infected: God, heal and help. We empathized. Amber M. of Novato, California, didnt expect to do much for her 31st birthday, which fell just two weeks into lockdown. God of the present moment,God who in Jesus stills the stormand soothes the frantic heart;bring hope and courage to allwho wait or work in uncertainty. Plan a car caravan. Let us help you decide your next Birthday Party read more. And as I celebrate, Lord, help me to be "God with skin on" to those in need around me. 2020. For public officials.For business leaders.For educators.For innovators and inventors who provide new solutions. May we join ourselves more closely to you on the cross and in your suffering that through them we may draw our patience and hope. Lets live it up while were young. Sign of the Cross. Understated. For by me your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life. Be with the doctors, nurses, researchers and all medical professionals who seek to heal and help those affected and who put themselves at risk in the process. Help us to give thanks within our sorrow, within our fears. You see past my mask, you hear through it, you know. Cant wait to see what wondrous things the next year holds for you. 2020. Birthdays apparently help us to put our "old self" behind us in favor of a future, evolving self, which aids us in moving forward on our life path. As I look ahead to the coming academic year, I pray that we make sound decisions for our students, our faculty, our staff, that protect them and serve them well, and also serve the institution well. It might take a little more organizing effort during lockdown to do something that will resonate with the celebrant and still keep everyone safe from harm. Be with the leaders of all nations. A prayer for use by someone who doesn't believe in God. Dear Risen Lord,Today we pray You unmask the gift that is manifest in every life.Let us celebrate the joy of being children of God and the dignity of each Unique and Unrepeatable life made in his image and likeness. Help us to keep our focus first on you this season. - Author requested to remain anonymous, May we who are merely inconvenienced, remember those whose lives are at stake.May we who have no risk factors remember those most vulnerable.May those who have the luxury of working from home remember those who must choose between preserving their health or making their rent.May those who have the flexibility to care for our children when schools close remember those who have no options.May we who have to cancel a trip remember those who have no safe place to go.May we who are losing our margin money in the tumult of the economic market remember those who have no margin at all.May those who settle for quarantine at home remember those who have no home.As fear grips our country, let us choose love during this time when we cannot physically wrap our arms around each other, let us find ways to be the loving embrace to God and our neighbor.
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