Make me a teacher in Thy cause.
Cause my mouth to utter the wisdom of Thy ways.
Make me wise, kind, good and understanding.
Give me the courage of Thy martyrs, the patience of Thy saints, and the knowledge of Thy chosen ones. Make me a fire that will burn through the darkness of men's ignorance, a flag that will fly above his weakness, and a song that will sing and echo through his despair.
And, Heavenly Father, all that I can return for these many gifts, is a love so great that it threatens to tear me in two.
I love Thee from the innermost corners of my heart.
I beg for the priceless favor of being allowed to serve Thee.
And all that my heart is crying, and my words cannot express, I know Thou, Beloved Father, understandeth.
I can say no more.