Dear Lord!

Fill our parents with Thy choicest blessings; 

enrich their souls with Thy holy grace; 
grant that they may faithfully 
and constantly guard that likeness to Thy union with Thy Church, 
which Thou didst imprint upon them on their wedding day.
Fill them with Thy spirit of holy fear, 
which is the beginning of wisdom; 
inspire them to impart it to their children. 
May they ever walk in the way of Thy commandments, 
and may we their children be their joy on earth 
and their crown of glory in heaven. 
Finally, Lord God, grant that both our father and mother 
may attain to extreme old age 
and enjoy continuous health in mind and body. 
May they give Thee abundant thanks 
because Thou bast bestowed upon them the great gift of parenthood.

Amen.

O Almighty God, you gave us the commandment to honour our father and

mother. In your loving kindness hear my prayerfor my parents. Give them long
lives and keep them well in body and spirit. Bless their labours; keep them
always in your care. Bless them generously for their loving care for me. Grant
that, through your grace, I may always be their support and comfort, and that,
after our life together on earth, we may experience the joy together praising you
forever.
 Prayer for Preparation to Study
Lord, I know you are with me and love me.
Give me peace of mind as I prepare for this time of study.
Help me to focus on my books and notes,
keep me from all distractions so that I will make the best use
of this time that is available to me.

Give me insight that I might understand what I am studying ,

and help me to remember it when the time comes.
Above all, I thank you for the ability to be able to study
and for the many gifts and talents you have given me.
Amen