Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church

A Prayer For Shelter

Lord, on the night you were born, there was no room in the inn. 

May we remember those who do

not have a place to sleep tonight.

Jesus, you were born in a stable. 

May we be builders of decent homes.

Lord, you wandered in the desert, fighting temptation. 

We seek direction and your strength as we strive to do your will.

Jesus, you ministered to all those in need of decent housing. 

May we work tirelessly for all those in need of decent housing.

Jesus, you came that we might have life. 

We offer ourselves to be your hands and feet in the world.

God of all, give us the courage to speak out for those who have no voice.

 Help us remove the obstacles that stand in the way of all our children

having a simple, decent place in which to live and grow. 

Give us strength to take action. 

We ask this in Jesus' name.

Amen