For one’s Parents
O merciful Lord God,
Thou hast commanded and enjoined me to honor my father and mother,
and Thou Thyself hast shown even until death humble obedience to Thy Father.From the depth of my soul I fervently beseech Thee,
O gracious Jesus Christ, my God, hear my prayer and have mercy upon my parents,
who have given birth to me and are bringing me up in Thy grace and love.Protect them from all evil, harm and sickness;
grant them health, and mercifully pour forth Thy bountiful blessings upon them.Bless their efforts and deeds;
have mercy on them according to Thy great mercy, that faithfully serving Thee,
through them I also may be worthy to praise and serve Thee. Amen.Our Father, Who art in heaven, bless my father and mother, my guardians,
and those who are in authority over me,
for their love and tender care for me,
and the benefits I receive at their hands.Help me, I pray Thee,
to be respectful and obedient to them in all matters according to Thy will;and give me Thy grace to perform all my duties carefully and faithfully,
to avoid undesirable company and influence, and resist all temptation that may come my way;
that I may live a sober, righteous and godly life, ever praising Thee and glorifying Thy Holy Name.Amen.