Every day I need you Lord
but this day especially,
I need some extra strength
to face whatever is to be.
This day more than any day
I need to feel you near,
to fortify my courage
and to overcome my fear.
By myself, I cannot meet
the challenge of the hour,
there are times when humans help,
but we need a higher power
to assist us bear what must be borne,
and so dear Lord, I pray,
hold on to my trembling hand
and be near me today.
Amen.