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A Prayer for the 7 Billion People of the Earth
As of October 31, 2011, according to the U.N. Population Fund, there will be 7 billion people on the planet. China and India are the two most populous nations. Large challenges face the peoples of t…
A Prayer for Those Suffering as a Result of the Cuts in the Food Stamp Program
Compassionate One, our hearts go out this day to the one in seven Americans – 47 million people – who are buying and eating less because of cuts in the food stamp program.
Fact: The largest …
A Prayer to Honor American Nuns
In an article in The New York Times, columnist Nicholas Kristof reported on Pope Benedict's reprimand and criticism of American nuns and the organization that represents 80% of them. The Vatican lam…
Lovingkindness for All Children
O Compassionate One, help us to have the same love and concern for all children - especially the poor and the homeless - as we have for our own children and grandchildren.
Worldwide Ranking: Rank…
A Prayer for Canners
Mother of Mercy, we have learned about people known as canners and their struggle for survival.
Documentary Film: Canners are people who survive by redeeming bottles and cans they collect from cu…
A Lament Over the Growing Gap Between the Rich and the Poor
O Keeper of Justice in the universe, we are troubled about the inequality which is so rampant in the United States.
Statistic: The top 10 percent of earners last year collected more than half th…
A Prayer for Those Who Are Unconcerned About Economic Inequality
Compassionate One, we pray that you will guide, sustain, and take care of those who are suffering as a result of economic inequality around the world. In the United States, there is the greatest gap…
A Prayer for Those Facing a Retirement Crisis
Wise and Faithful Guide, we are worried about the future. Many of us will face money problems when we retire from work, if we are even able to retire from work.
Facts: A stunning 45 percent of a…
A Prayer for Those Returning Home from Prison
Morning Star, we ask you to relieve the plight of men and women just released from prison who are having trouble finding places to live, work, and receive health care.
Facts: In an article on ww…
A Prayer for Discernment by Wealthy Baby Boomers
Wise and Faithful Guide, wealthy Baby Boomers are beginning to make choices about what to do with their money: pass it on to their children, spend it now, or give it away to charity, as some of the …