We pray today, Lord, for all who are abused – for children who don’t understand, for women who feel desperate and alone, for animals left out in the bitter cold. We pray for anyone who endures abuse in the workplace, at home, in schools, through social media outlets, or on the streets. Comfort them with Your gentle touch and lead them to freedom. Amen.
"God manifests Himself when mercy appears because that is His face. Jesus becomes the servant of sinners and is proclaimed the Son; He lowers himself upon us and the Spirit descends upon Him. Love calls upon love. It also applies to us: in each act of service, in every work of mercy we perform, God manifests Himself; God sets His gaze upon the world. This applies to us."
Pope Francis
