Compassion That Comes Close

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

God of merciful love, you called St. Teresa of Calcutta to recognize and serve Christ in neighbors who were neglected and suffering. Through her intercession, give me a prayerful heart, attentive eyes, and willing hands, and receive the intention I carry. Let reverence guide both my compassion and my choices. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Let us pause in silence, and bring to mind the intention you are praying for.

In the app, your own saved intention rests here during the silence. The narration stays the same for everyone.

But a certain Samaritan, as he traveled, came where he was. When he saw him, he was moved with compassion, came to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. He set him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him.

The Samaritan's compassion becomes touch, transport, shelter, and continuing care. Works of mercy need tender hearts and responsible action, including proper training and professional help. Love asks what truly serves the suffering person, not merely what makes the helper feel useful. Good intentions mature through consent, collaboration, continuity, and accountability.

St. Teresa, pray for nurses, doctors, caregivers, social workers, volunteers, and families. Ask God to give me courage to approach suffering, humility to learn, and wisdom to connect people with the care they need. Keep teaching me not to act beyond my competence or ignore another person's voice. Amen.

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

St. Teresa of Calcutta, faithful servant of Jesus, pray for those who are poor, sick, lonely, dying, or forgotten. Present my intention to God, and help me unite prayer with humble works of mercy wherever he places me. Keep every act rooted in prayer, truth, and respect. Amen.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.