A Lenten Litany ~

Let my fasting turn me to the needs of others,

and not my own hungers.

Have Mercy, O Lord.

Let my charity be a sign of your generosity,

not an occasion for sinful pride.

Have Mercy, O Lord.

Let my prayer make me a witness to your grace,

leading me to acts of justice.

Have Mercy, O Lord.

Let my sufferings make me one with Christ,

who suffered for our salvation.

Have Mercy, O Lord.

Let my good deeds not be merely for show,

but for helping your kingdom come.

Have Mercy, O Lord.

Let my broken relationships be healed in reconciliation,

leading me beyond my isolation.

Have Mercy, O Lord.

Let my very life be consecrated to your will,

as this Lent leads to Easter's new life.

Have Mercy, O Lord.

Have Mercy, O Lord!

Let my every thought, word, and deed

during these Lenten days

be a sign of my love for you,

and of your love for the world.

Amen.