O Merciful Father, the Fast that brings integrity has now almost run half its course. These past days have proved acceptable and now I see the need for the days to come. I beseech Your Son, Christ our Benefactor, who fasted and endured the Cross for me, to help me complete this Fast in a manner that will allow me to truly share in the joy of His divine Pasch which I am preparing to celebrate. Help me to truly understand the revelation You made to me and all mankind when You, in the Person of Your Son Jesus, died on the Cross for us. 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.