A prayer for the comfort of the world

Heavenly Father,
lift us up in our times of difficulty.
Remind us that we are your beloved, your masterpiece,
and that you wish us no harm.
Remind us that we can help ourselves and those around us,
by believing in your steadfast love,
which gives us the strength to carry on.

Plant in our hearts charity,
so that we may remember the needy
and keep them in our prayers,
especially during this sometimes difficult time of year,
so that we might give what we would rather not,
because we care about all life on earth,
and wish for all to live in dignity and hope.

Do not let us be discouraged
when we seem so small
For our prayers will reach others, as well as You.
And will be answered, by receiving Your peace.
Exult us, as we You, so that when the time comes
for us to be tested, we might be victorious
in knowing that we have done good.