O Antiphons (link to Martha Kelly's Art/ Prayer from Joan Chittister for Dec. 18th

http://www.marthakellyart.com/1/post/2012/12/o-antiphons1.html

Dec. 18th

O Adonai
when we build a vision of life it is necessary to realize that Jesus must be the center, not our institutions, good as they may be; not our plans or personal talents, necessary as they are.

Prayer
O Adonai, leader of ancient Israel, giving Moses, while in the burning bush, Sinai. Come with outstretched arms and teach us. 
Sr. Joan Chittister

From Bridget Mary:
O loving God, embrace us this day, and fill our hearts with a profound compassion for all who weep especially the families that lost loved ones in the Sandy Hook tragedy. May we move foward with the resolve to make the changes that will prevent future mass killings by passing gun control laws, providing better mental health resources and reaching out to all those who are in need who cross our path in life.