PRAYER FOR THE 2ND WORLD DAY FOR GRANDPARENTS & THE ELDERLY

I give thanks to you, Lord, For the blessing of a long life

For, to those who take refuge in You,

Grant always to bear fruit. Forgive, O Lord,

Resignation and disillusionment,

But forsake me not When my strength declines. Teach me to look with hope To the future you give me, To the mission you entrust to me

And to sing your praises without end. Make me a tender craftsman Of Your revolution, To guard with love my grandchildren

And all the little ones who seek shelter in You. Protect, O Lord, Pope Francis

And grant Thy Church To deliver the world from loneliness.

Direct our steps in the way of peace.

Amen