Noon Prayer

O HEAVENLY and most merciful Father, I most humbly beseech Thee, for Thy Son's sake, Jesus Christ our Lord, have mercy upon me, and succour me in these terrible assaults and temptations of the devil; deliver my soul from all his power and craft; send me strength from above, that I may retain my integrity, may resist the enemy, and stand steadfast in the day of trial. Be Thou my strong rock, and castle of defence; that, being preserved through Thy grace and assistance, I may continue Thy faithful soldier and servant unto my life's end. Nourish all the seeds of grace that are sown in my heart, and make them fruitful unto every good word and work. Give me the increase of faith, hope, charity, and all other Christian graces: and that I may obtain that which Thou dost promise, make me ever to love that which Thou dost command; and this I beg through the merits, and for the sake, of Thy dear Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.