Based on the Call of Matthew

This prayer also works well for the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Luke 18)
Christ, have mercy on me, a sinner.

I have failed to love as You Love
I have treated others as objects and obstacles
– less than human
– less than bearing the image of God

I have elevated goals, persons, and things to the throne of my heart
I have procrastinated allowing fear to postpone your good work
I have wasted your precious gifts of time and talent and money

I am proud in unhealthy ways
I am too comfortable peacekeeping rather than…