The Prayer of Florence Nightingale: A Plea for Compassion and Service

"The Prayer of St. Florence Nightingale

Lord God, the strength of the suffering and the power of those who care,

Teach us to use the gifts You give us to meet others' needs,

Not our own.

Help us to find beauty in our compassion and joy in our service,

That in tending to the wounds of others,

We may find healing for ourselves.

May we be true to the legacy of Florence Nightingale,

Who saw through the darkness of pain with the light of love,

And cared for the sick with unwavering faith.

Amen."