October 2, 2026
Cry for Mercy
Here the deeper meaning of prayer becomes manifest. To pray is to unite ourselves with Jesus and lift up the whole world through him to God in a cry for forgiveness, reconciliation, healing, and mercy. To pray, therefore, is to connect whatever human struggle or pain we encounter – whether starvation, torture, displacement of peoples, or any form of physical and mental anguish – with the gentle and humble heart of Jesus.
Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love; according to your great compassion blot out my transgressions.
- Psalm 51: 1
Reflection Question: How will seeing your concern for the world as a connection to the gentle and humble heart of Jesus help you pray today?
