As bad as any bodily pain is
the tired mind unable to renew and refresh itself by sleep.
How slowly the night hours pass
for those weary of wakefulness!
The Lord, our God,
never sleeps and watches always over you.
He is close by you if you turn to Him in faith,
and forget the cares and troubles of the day.

PETITION:

Saint Joseph, protector of the Holy Family,
whose sleep was so often interrupted for God's work,
intercede for me in my distress.
Please help me and all those who need quiet,
repose, and restful sleep
that we may awaken refreshed in body and spirit.

God's Word and Practice

  God's Word:
"As soon as I lie down,
I fall peacefully asleep,
for you alone,
O Lord,
bring security to my dwelling."
(Ps4:9)

PRACTICE:

"Protect us, Lord,
as we stay awake;
watch over us as we sleep,
that awake, we may keep watch with Christ,
and asleep, rest in His peace."
(Night Prayer)
 

Dedication To Jesus

  Lord Jesus Christ,
take all my freedom,
my memory, my understanding, and my will.
All that I have and cherish you have given me.
I surrender it all to be guided by Your Will.
Your Love and Your Grace are wealth enough for me.
Give me these, Lord Jesus, and I ask for nothing more.
Amen.
 

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