O Merciful Father, because I have recognized my weaknesses and the misdeeds that have flowed from those weaknesses, I beg Your help. I know that I have, at times, enjoyed fleeting pleasures and found my treasure in the things of this world. O Good Father, take not Your Spirit away from me but have mercy on me and receive me as You received the prodigal son. Help me to allow Your Spirit to enlighten my mind and heart so that I might know how to truly serve You and make Your Kingdom truly real where I live, work and play. Help me to witness to Your love and kindness. As I request Your help, O God, I offer my praise to You, Who I know to be Father, Son and Holy Spirit, not only now but forever and ever. Amen.