God of the Universe, Lord of all time and space,
Your almighty Word leapt down from the
farthest starry heavens
to save us from
slavery in Egypt
and to fashion us
into a holy people of truth and justice.
The finger of your almighty power casts
out evil
and restores order
to the jumbled chaos of this fragile world.
Your Incarnate Word enters everything
human,
speaking parables
of comfort to the needy
and those held captive
by fear
and inviting disciples
to proclaim good news everywhere.
Bless again this day the mysterious computer
which awaits your power and my human
effort.
Grant wisdom, knowledge and a clear memory to my mind
as I sit before this new creature of
your infinite power.
Bless my heart with endless patience whenever needed.
Guide my hands that I may be your faithful servant in every
key I press.
Enable my limited efforts to bring glory to your Name
and blessings to your people everywhere.
Delete me not from your Kingdom
and save me from all fear and from all
error of sin and ignorance.
I whisper this prayer, mindful of the needs of all with
whom and for whom I work,
through the power of your Word and the
life-giving energy of your Spirit.
Amen.
Inspiration from reflection on these scripture passages:
" For when peaceful stillness compassed everything and the
night in its swift course was half spent, your all-powerful
word from heaven's royal throne bounded, a fierce warrior
... " (Wis 18:14f)
" If it is by the finger of God that I cast out devils,
then the Kingdom of God is upon you! " (Lk 11:20)
" The Kingdom of God is like a buried treasure which a person
found in a field ... " (Mt 13:44)
" Full authority has been given to me on heaven and earth;
go therefore and make disciples of all nations. Teach them
to carry out everything I have commanded you, and know that
I am with you always until the end of the world. " (Mt 28:18-20)