Oh, My Understanding Lord,
Listen with patience to my prayer.
I have little patience in understanding the needs of others.
I am like a lighthouse with a broken lamp,
Unable to lead others away from the rocky cliffs,
I seek not for other peoples needs, but for my own needs.
As Sister Marie of the Sacred Heart
Gave herself to her younger sisters without first thinking of her own needs,
I ask for her intercession, Oh Lord, on my behalf
To give me guidance in placing the needs of others first
Allow me to be a beacon of hope,
So that I may give light to others in the difficulties they may face
Oh, My Understanding Lord,
Listen as I plead to you selfishly.
Amen