We close our eyes and place our hands over them…

Lord God, forgive me for turning my eyes away from you. Forgive me for being dissatisfied with the good things you have given…  Lord God, have mercy on me.

We place our hands on our lips…

Lord God, I am sorry for the things I have spoken which hurt or condemn.  Open my lips and I will tell of your love…  Lord God, have mercy on me.

We place our hands over our heart…

Lord God, create in me a clean heart.  Forgive my self centeredness and fill me with your Holy Spirit – to live for others… Lord God, have mercy on me.

We open our hands and hold our palms out to God…

Lord God, forgive me for not doing the   good you place before me.  Help me to use my hands for your glory… Lord God, have mercy on me.

– By Matt (Lent 2010)