Spirit of God,
Thank you for granting our daughter and all confirmands
The Gift of Wisdom
so that she may see the world through Your eyes,
exercising the virtue of charity;
The Gift of Understanding
that she may understand more clearly
the mysteries of faith;
The Gift of Counsel
that she may make difficult decisions with prudence
and
avoid the deceits of the devil
The Gift of Fortitude
that she may have the strength and courage
to live in the faith
despite difficulties and disappointments;
The Gift of Knowledge
that she may discover Your will in all things;
The Gift of Piety
to be able to express her special love
and commitment to You always;
And the Gift of Fear of the Lord
- the right kind of fear -
that fills her with dread of sin
and causes her pause often
to wonder
and revere your Love.
Amen.
