O dearest Mother, obtain for us, thy children, the grace ever to bear in mind that by the vow of obedience we have for ever renounced our own will, and resigned it to the direction of our Superiors: that we may be able to comply with all their directions, whether in matters of great or little moment, agreeable or disagreeable: that we may never murmur, but with humility and spiritual joy carry the sweet yoke of thy divine Son, Jesus.
Prayer before Examen.
O MOST loving Father! I thank Thee with my whole heart and soul for all Thy mercies to me, a most miserable sinner. Thou hast created me for Thine own glory, redeemed me with Thy most precious blood, called me to Thy holy faith, and, with most unspeakable goodness, hast chosen me for Thy spouse, permitting me to live under the same roof with Thyself and Thy chosen servants. O my soul, bless the Lord! let all that is within thee praise His holy name! He has done all things for me: I will bless and glorify Him for ever and ever.
O divine Spirit of light and truth, enlighten me, that I may know myself. Amen.
Our Father, etc. Hail Mary, etc.
Daily Examen.
RISING. — Promptitude in rising and dressing, thoughts on God or the subject of meditation.
Morning Offering. — With fervor.
Meditation. — Respectful posture; presence of God; attention; fervor in affections and resolutions; choice of ejaculations for the day.
Office. — Recollection; attention to ceremonies and pronunciation of words.
Mass. — Formal intention; the prayers with devotion
