PRAYER FOR THE MOST REVEREND TOD D. BROWN D.D.

Heavenly Father, in Bishop Tod Brown, you send us a shepherd in the model of your Son.

Hear our prayer for Bishop Tod Brown, as he asks your grace in this time of need.

Purify him, Lord. Make him strong, loving and wise. Remake his shepherd's heart once again: conformed to the Sacred Heart of your Son, who knows his sheep, whose sheep know him, and who alone can lead us through the valley of death.

Fill Bishop Tod Brown with your heavenly gifts. May he show Christ's compassion to all who are in pain. May he be the sure path to God for all who are lost. May he preach the unwavering Gospel to the victims of lies and sin.

May he show patience and sound teaching to those confused and afraid. May he show Christ the teacher to those who know no hope. May he show Christ's healing to those caught up in sin's deceit. May he be the gentle good shepherd to the victims of violence and abuse.

Make him a good shepherd, Lord. May he repent of his sins and accept your mercy. May he consecrate himself to the truth with the strength of your grace. May he worthily celebrate the Sacred mysteries and wisely govern and protect your Holy Church. May he know the peace of those who do your will and the fortitude entrusted to him by Holy Orders. May he know his sheep, and knowing him, may they be led to you, through Christ Jesus, your Son, who lives and reigns with you for ever and ever.

Amen