A Prayer
by Mechthild of Magdeburg
Lord, I am grateful to You
that in Your mysterious love
You have taken away from me
all earthly wealth,
and that You now clothe and feed me
through the kindness of others.
Lord, I am grateful to You
that since You have taken away from me
the sight of my eyes,
You care for me now
through the eyes of others.
Lord, I am grateful to You
that since You have taken away from me
the strength of my hands and heart,
You care for me now
through the hands and hearts of others.
Lord, I pray for them,
that You will reward them in Your love,
that they may continue to faithfully serve
and care until they come to a happy end
in eternity with You.