A prayer from my uncle Todd:

Daily Prayer of Surrender

Heavenly Father, once again we come before you with wearied minds and broken hearts as we witness the anxieties and sufferings of Daddy, whom we love so dearly. Yet, Lord. we also trust in Your infinite Love and Mercy.

Declaring the power of salvific suffering, the Apostle Paul says: "In my flesh I complete what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the Church" (Colossians 1:24).

Therefore, we know that Daddy's and our sufferings have immense value and meaning when they are united with those of your precious Son, Jesus. Give us the fortitude and courage to carry our crosses , as long as You permit them in our lives.

With steadfast trust in your Word, we unite Daddy's sufferings-as well as our own-with the sufferings of Jesus Christ on the Cross of Calvary, in atonement for our sins , the sins of the whole world , and the conversion of sinners around the world.

You alone, Oh Lord, are the Author of Life and Death. In faith, we now choose to surrender into Your hands, the hour and the day and hour of Daddy's departure from this world and his glorious entry into your Heavenly Kingdom. Free us from all anxieties, fears and needless worry, as we await the fulfillment of Your Holy Will.

We thank You for inviting us as a family to actively participate in the Redemption of the world in this profound and special way.


Amen.