I found this on some website last night. A congregation of Notre Dame sisters re-wrote the prayer of St. Francis (Make me a channel of your peace...) for modern times. I kinda like it:
The New Prayer Attributed to St. Francis
Lord Jesus, give us an awarenessof the massive forces threatening our world.
Where there is armed conflict, let us stretch out our arms to our brothers and sisters.
Where there is abundance, let there be simple lifestyles and sharing.
Where there is poverty, let there be dignity and constant striving for justice.
Where there is selfish ambition, let there be humble service.
Where there is injustice, let there be atonement.
Where there is despair, let there be hope in the Good News.
Where there are wounds of division, let there be unity and wholeness.
Help us to be committed to the building of your kingdom,
not seeking to be cared for, but to care;
not expecting to be served, but to serve others;
not desiring material security, but placing our security in your love.
For it is only in loving imitation of you, our God,
that we can discover the healing springs of life to bring about new birth on our earth and hope for the world. Amen.
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