Prayer for America 09/01/05

Godspeed Gennaro

Thank you, God, for the work of our hands. We dig trenches, care for children, type on computers. With our hands we draw plans for buildings, direct traffic, assemble cars. Some of us write math equations on chalkboards; others give trial evidence or perform in theaters. We give you thanks for all the ways we have been able to express ourselves through our work. We know that our labor contributes to society and connects us to others in our nation. Be with us as we work, encourage us when we are tired, help us appreciate the work others do, and keep our eyes on the higher goal of serving you in all the work that we do. In your name we pray, amen.