Icon of St. Hermogenes

Prayer of the Optina Elders

Lord, give me peace of mind to meet all that the coming day will bring me.
Let me completely surrender to the will of Your Holy One.
At every hour of this day, instruct and support me in everything.
Whatever news I receive during the day, teach me to accept them with a calm soul and a firm conviction that everything is Your Holy Will.
In all my words and deeds - guide my thoughts and feelings.
In all unforeseen cases, do not let me forget that everything has been sent down by You.
Teach me to act directly and reasonably with each member of my family, without embarrassing or upsetting anyone.
Lord, give me strength to endure the weariness of the coming day and all its events.
Lead my will and teach me to pray, believe, hope, endure, forgive and love.
Amen.