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. When I think of the extent to which You were willing to go in order to save me,. When all seems lost. Our church calendar tells us that we are back again in Ordinary Time. Without you we would surely fail, but with you, there is great hope. But how do weset our world on firein this age of sickness,uncertainty,and fear. These birthday prayers and blessings should be the first things you say on that particular day. Cheers to the best year yet. Thank you that you surround us with favor as with a shield, and we are safe in your care. - Written by Brenda S. Levya-Gardner, Ph.D. 5/24/2, Change is the only constant in life. - Heraclitus (ancient Greek philosopher). I am grateful for extra time with family, and for all the new ways I have found to connect with friends. We hold in tenderness and prayer the collective suffering of our world at this time. I pause (breathe in and out) and ask that in the darkness, I see your light and in my fear, I feel your strength. 11All that He does is apt for its time; but although He has given us an awareness of the passage of time, we can grasp neither the beginning nor the end of what God does. 3. Through all these years, God, I feel your love and care. As we transition through these times, we keep our faith as Bhagwad Gita, the Hindu Holy Scripture written more than 2000 years ago, says: 'Dharmo Rakshito Rakshita'those who keep their faith strong during trying times are blessed with their faith carrying them through these times. Make time to celebrate the new beginning and what we have to look forward to. 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. As is said, When one door closes, another door opens.. Though the girls stood six feet apart and wore gloves and masks much of the time, being together let the celebrant know she mattered. Acknowledge how you are feeling in this moment. I love my city. We ask for wisdom for those who bear the loadof making decisions with widespread consequences. 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. All over the world people are looking at their neighbors in a new way. The year we cried. Help me to be generous and to keep contact with the forgotten. I dont know how I got so lucky to have a best friend like you. We celebrated the birth of Jesus with angels singing and shepherds visiting and magi following a star from the East and bearing gifts. Going old happens. Contain the spread of infection. Heal those who are sick with the virus. Happiest of birthdays. Now some 3,600 people are dying per day. Can we know, Lord, that we put on many masks so we can cope, avoid, pretend, be acceptable? Is there a person or group of people especially affected by COVID-19 that you dont often choose to see or connect with normally? We asked for prosperity, and you gave us purpose and brains to use. Though 20-year-old Aidan G. of Kensington, California, was home from college because of COVID, his girlfriend put together a video of college friends wishing him a happy birthday and sharing appreciations, which really touched him. we're so lucky to still have you on this earth 28 Feb 2023 00:27:44 Can we all take off our masks, Lord? RT @keithsrocknroll: "i'm a risk-taker. Advent passed through its four weeks. Collaboration, innovation and cura personalis were our touchstones. The world has gone through upheaval. Happy birthday. We are not meant to do life alone. I have come back to you, and I will return, knowing that your open arms will never fail. Freelance. For those who have survived.For those who have lost their spouses.For children who have been orphaned.For all those who mourn and those who comfort them. In this uncertain agea time whenour brothers and sistersyearn forpeace and lightwe are calledand stand readyto do magisto do morethan we didbefore. Help us continue to bring the science of a meaningful life to you and to millions around the globe. Friend, its been nothing short of amazing to see what youve accomplished in the past year. Thank you for being you. Let our spiritsdraw closerto each otherin spite ofthe distancebetween usand march boldlyinto tomorrow. Even as we are being asked to distance ourselves from one another socially, ask yourself what connections you find yourself grateful for?Who makes you feel grounded and connected to God? Just to travel to a small funeral to say good-bye to a loved one and offer you our prayer leads to days of quarantine and extra separation. Help us, Lord, to move beyond our masks. via: "TweetIgnatian", when its hard to travel and gather together. [CDATA[ Is There Science Behind the Five Love Languages? They say that in Wuhan after so many years of noise You can hear the birds again. I have felt challenged by all the meals Ive cooked and dishes Ive washed. 1. JesuitResource.org is a service of Xavier University's Center for Mission and Identity, Xavier University Center for Mission and Identity 3800 Victory Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45207 513-745-3777, Reflections on Changes & Transitions: A New Normal, Prayer for the Safety of Returning to School in a Pandemic, A Prayer in Response to An Ignatian Examen on Working During the Pandemic. (National Day of Prayer Task Force) "Our nation needs prayer now more than ever, and so . This is a perfectly quaint way to celebrate your birthday. Pray. Please forgive us for giving too much time and attention to other things, for looking to other people before coming to you first. Richard Hendrick, OFM, March 13th 2020. Help us. Our celebrations. when we are separated from family and friends. Distance may keep us apart, but it could never get in the way of me wishing you the happiest of birthdays. Im a garbageman, I cant work from home and my job is an essential city service that must get done. If you find yourself frustrated or stressed, acknowledge it. For the generosity of spirit.For hope in times of despair.For light in the darkness. They remind us that we are not alone in the face of our own mortality. May we who are losing our margin money in the tumult of the economic market remember those who have no margin at all. That God's hand would be with you, and keep you from harm so that you will be free from pain. Maybe it helpsto imaginethis timeas a dousingof gasolinetossed onto ouralready steadyburning flamesofpurpose and love. When the right words are hard to find, theres no shame in taking inspiration from someone or something else. We have finished one academic year and are beginning to prepare for students to return in the fall. An English-language translation of the Popes prayer is below: O Mary, you shine continuously on our journey as a sign of salvation and hope.We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick. Dear Lord - Protector, Provider, Comforter, Blessed are you, O Lord our God, King of Kings and Lord of Lords. At the foot of the Cross you participated in Jesus' pain, with steadfast faith. 'position' : 'left', 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. Since we feel most connected when we are in each others presence, its a good idea to have people actually gather in personeven if they need to remain physically distant. We look forward to all that You still have in store. Trust us, you'll be glad you found a way to celebrate your birthday during COVID. We believe there is a God who bends his ear to listen, and so we pray: 1. It was a surprise for him and he loved that, says Anne. Help us to keep our focus first on you this season. May the tender moments of seeing someone again in person be all the more rich and treasured. Happy birthday. I have also developed this, called Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC). Thank you for all. If being calm is hard, acknowledge it. Happy birthday. You are the best person I know. Yes there is even death. More than 80 family members and friends from all around the country joined the call, offering congratulations and appreciations for her aunt. } But when the birthday of my husband, Don, rolled around this year, we were in lockdown like everyone elseand creativity was needed. We paused. Researcher Eranda Jayawickreme offers some ideas that can help you be more open and less defensive in conversations. -Prayer originated fromhttps://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2020-03/pope-francis-prayer-our-lady-protection-coronavirus.html. The global coronavirus pandemic has drastically disrupted daily life around the world, and birthday kings and queens, unfortunately, don't have the power to wish the outbreak away. 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. Hope this year is the best. who is our stability and strength in troubled times. We realized what we could do without. Cant imagine my life without you. 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. Yes there is sickness. Be with the leaders of all nations. in Venues & Event Spaces, Skating Rinks. Keep your friends sense of humor in mind as you compose your fun-filled greeting. So glad I can celebrate with you on this special day. Help us to give thanks within our sorrow, within our fears. We seek refuge under your protection, O Holy Mother of God.Do not despise our pleas we who are put to the test and deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Show your mercy as you close wounds, cure illness, make broken bodies whole and free downcast spirits. We asked for justice, and you called us to be just and lead with integrity. Is there a person or group of people especially affected by COVID-19 that you dont often choose to see or connect with normally? 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. Wine it is. Recognize there are things about endings and beginnings that we do not control. I pause (breathe in and out) and thank you for this day. To those in pain. Help us to give thanks within the uncertainty. Happy birthday. At least youre not as old as you will be next year. The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate. - Oprah Winfrey, Today you are you. We ask for protection for the elderly and vulnerableto not succumb to the risks of the virus. It is scientifically proven that people who have more birthdays live longer. Happy birthday, friend. 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. Have friends and family drive by the birthday honoree's house, honking . Listen, behind the factory noises of your panic- The birds are singing again The sky is clearing, Spring is coming. Happy birthday Jesus! When this ends,may we findthat we have becomemore like the peoplewe wanted to be we were called to bewe hoped to beand may we staythat way--betterfor each otherbecause of the worst. 7. Prayers for Strength during the Coronavirus Pandemic 1. Amen. During pandemic times, keeping our hearts and minds focused on the truth of God's word eases our anxiety and fear. Funny. Dear Lord, please protect and guide him as he continues along the path you've chosen for him. For those who are lonely.For those who have no one to check on them.For families that are separated. We are constantly aware of how much we need you, your grace, your strength, your power working through even the toughest days. Who make our lives worth living? Wishing you a day filled with happiness, hugs, and delicious cake. What connections impact you the most? Old friends and colleagues are now out of control. addthis_share = { text: "I would like to share Xavier's Jesuit Resource - Prayers During the Coronavirus Pandemics" Call us to profound trust in your faithful presence. We asked for love, and you gave us troubled people to help. To make a success of it, youve got to start young. - Fred Astaire, Cakes are special. I have felt your presence in our continuous striving for better, striving to find solutions that serve the greatest number of people in the best way possible with the least risk of harm. 2020. The Greater Good Science Center studies the psychology, sociology, and neuroscience of well-being, and teaches skills that foster a thriving, resilient, and compassionate society. Like a rock settling on the bottom of a lake after its thrown in, let yourself settle. It isnt what it will be. . May we who have to cancel our trips remember those who have no safe place to go. Who do you avoid or refuse to see? Who was that masked man?). Every day I learn something new from your kindness, your compassion, and your sheer brilliance. August 9, 2021 MARTHA'S VINEYARD If you're reading this, you probably aren't important enough to be invited to the massive party I just threw myself to celebrate my historic existence and. May they be at rest with you in your eternal peace. A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, the best friend in the world was born. Hope all of your wishes come true, and then some. Happy birthday. We stepped up. 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. Thanks for being such a great friend. Give them the wisdom to invest in long-term solutions that will help prepare for or prevent future outbreaks. Be with me at this moment,and guide my thoughts to those placeswhere I could have been more loving in my dayand consider how I will improve. A birthday is a day that should be full of joy, so laughter is heavily encouraged. Cornelius Plantinga, Jr. wrote this prayer in March 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic. Lord Jesus, you came into the world to heal our infirmities and to endure our sufferings. Well, I know exactly what youll say. Lives have been lost and upended. They bring friends and family together, strengthening the ties that make up our society. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth, as it is in heaven. We have had no time, no space, no moment to mourn. Birthdays remind us of who we are and what weve done thanks for being an amazing role model to myself and for many others. New ways of learning and working were created. Greater Good Social disparity. Today, I want to speak to you about the next phase of our plan to address mental health in this city. Congrats on your success. For by me your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life. We pray for your love and compassion to aboundas we walk through this challenging season. Every time Im starting to feel bad about not being able to see friends and do the things I want, I just watch this and it lifts my spirit, says Amber. Assist us and restore us to health so that united more closely to your family, the Church, we may give praise and honour to your name. Magazine Help me to see those places where I was lovingand strengthen those parts of meso that I can better do your will. As fear grips our country, let us choose love. To improvise. Thanks for being the best friend the world has to offer; happy birthday. Open my eyes and let me see them as You see them! Be grateful for what we have and for those around us with whom we share these changes. (Taken and modified from the prayer of Jabez 1 Chronicles 4:10) My prayer for you today on your Birthday. What connections to others are you becoming more aware of? 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. And if you're celebrating your birthday, know that you are one of a kind and the only one who gets to be you, celebrating a birthday today. May they know your protection and peace. "We find ourselves afraid and lost . Sometimes life gets tough, but I always rest assured that I can make it over any obstacle in my way with you in my life. 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. Hope this birthday is the best yet. When you are ready, return to your day. How Loneliness Hurts Us and What to Do About It. Understated. So, I posted love poems around the house the night before, baked his mothers famous chocolate cake, and organized a surprise Zoom birthday ritual with a few close friends holding candles and sending heartfelt wishes to him. Surprises can make people feel a burst of energy and give them a sense of vitality that might be particularly helpful during this time. I pray that we continue to be intentional collaborators, guided by your spirit. We are certain that you will provide, so that, as you did at Cana of Galilee,joy and feasting might return after this moment of trial. Its a tough job, from getting up pre-dawn to the physical toll it takes on my body, to the monotonous nature of the job, at times its hard to keep on going. March 2, 2023. 2. A Prayer of Gratitude. We empathized. I was reminded people cared about me.. And we step into 2021. Pandemic is a frightening word, and I can easily feel confused or helpless to respond. Hope its the best from start to finish. 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. We give our hearts to You, now and forever. God, I give You thanks even in the unexpected and unwanted because You are good, You are just and You are right. The Christian 'Asbury Revival' event gained viral attention on . A Prayer for a World Facing the Coronavirus was adapted from a prayer posted by St. Luke's United . } But as someone with chronic illness, I know the prayer can still be useful when facing an . Note the emotions you feel when you think of these individuals without judging or overanalyzing. 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. 'numPreferredServices' : 5 Whatever special message you want to deliver, Adobe Express is here to make it happen. A Prayer for an Adult Near Death to be Read by Staff (11) Prayers for an Adult Patient who has Died to be Read by Staff (12-13) Prayers for Staff Support during the Covid-19 Crisis A Prayer for the Medical Community (15) A Prayer for Team Members Struggling with Medical Decisions (16) A Prayer for a Respiratory Therapist (17) Yes there is isolation. Sustain bodies and spirits. 7. On this wonderful day, I wish you the best that the world has to offer. Even so, it makes sense to hold on to festivities like these during COVID. We grieve precious lives lost and vulnerable lives threatened. Sorry, the work you have done for us is not needed any more. We asked for patience, and you gave us situations where we were forced to wait. - 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. If you are a person of faith, take a moment to pray with it. Happy birthday. A fruit salad with mostly grapes no, all grapes. Daily prayer to be said during the Coronavirus Pandemic Click image to download a PDF of the prayer. I am thankful for good colleagues and the opportunity to collaborate with so many around me. Ms. Solomon, the author of " Guac Is Extra but So Am I: The Reluctant Adult's. I became a little famous in the neighborhood, says Amber. Happy Birthday Jesus Prayer Father, today I celebrate the reality of Your presence in my life. Familiarize yourself and/or your group with the prayers of the rosary. She's the world's leading animal behaviorist and an Autism advocacy leader. Amber M. of Novato, California, didnt expect to do much for her 31st birthday, which fell just two weeks into lockdown. It's been a major blessing for me during the pandemic since I can no longer work and have had pretty limited interaction with my friends and family since the pandemic started. Many of them wanted to get to know her and her husband better, figuring that anyone who brought out that much enthusiasm for a birthday must be nice and worth becoming closer to. 3. Check out our 55 pandemic birthday ideas below and see which one is perfect for you! 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. Avon Lake, Ohio, United States. But there does not have to be disease of the soul. Our world calls for cooperation among national leaders, scientists, health care providers, and all who are instrumental in overcoming this crisis. Happy birthday to the best friend there is. For some that light may come in the form of a sense of the Divine. The Other Side of the Virus, an Opportunity to Awaken Litany of Solidarity and Hope During a Pandemic, An Examen for Times of Anxiety and Depression, Prayer for People Critically Ill or Facing Great Uncertainty. Happy birthday. Despite how popular love languages are, there is little research to support the framework. Though some may not mind having birthdays pass unnoticednever liked birthdays, never willresearch suggests that they can be a special opportunity to nourish positive emotions and fortify our relationships. The COVID-19 pandemic has touched almost every aspect of our daily lives, especially the fun parts like dining at restaurants, traveling the world and celebrating birthdays. May we who are merely inconvenienced remember those whose lives are at stake. Part is families sharing resources to get through economic breakdown. Celebrating another quarantine birthday? Sending you love on this birthday. Bring them courage to endure what cannot be avoided,for your will is health and wholeness;you are God, and we need you. If you can, picture the faces of these people. Shine onmy friendsmay the bright flamesof our spiritsburning in unisoncreate a bonfirethatsparks hopeignites faithilluminates loveand lights the way. We cannot waitfor themto lead. To Love. Your birthday is a painful reminder of how old Im getting. Others are planned and come more gradually. 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. We come to you, loving God, with hope in our hearts and prayer on our lips. Happy birthday. Even as we are being asked to distance ourselves from one another socially, ask yourself what connections you find yourself grateful for?Who makes you feel grounded and connected to God? Right now though, right now I am feeling an extra sense of pride and purpose as I do my work. Theyre a great excuse to eat cake. (What scar did the Phantoms mask hide? Greater Good wants to know: Do you think this article will influence your opinions or behavior? Make the Sign of the Cross. Science Center May these special people find lasting health and deliverance, and so join us in thanking you for all your gifts. Us garbagemen are gonna keep collecting the garbage, doctors and nurses are gonna keep doctoring and nurse-ering. Jesus Christ, healer of all, stay by our side in this time of uncertainty and sorrow. The National Day of Prayer will be virtual this year as the nation is faced with the coronavirus pandemic. 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. Heal us from our fear, which prevents nations from working together and neighbors from helping one another. ANew Normal is emerging. 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. May 2020 - Dec 20222 years 8 months. 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. This has been a peculiar year, and so taking some moments, one year from when the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 to be a global pandemic, may give you some insight on how to keep moving forward. 71. Here's to another year of invaluable life lessons. Cant wait to see what wondrous things the next year holds for you. A prayer for use by someone who doesn't believe in God. 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.
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