sions. O most amiable Father, since Thou lovest me to such a degree as to permit me to approach Thy holy banquet, enliven my courage and quicken my confidence, by granting me an entire forgiveness.
My soul, as I hope, has been cleansed in the sacrament of regeneration; but, O Lord, cleanse me still more, purify me from the slightest stain, robe me in the nuptial garment, create a new heart within me, and renew therein the spirit of innocence, that I may be somewhat worthy to approach unto Thee. Wash me yet more from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sins. Create a clean heart in me, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
ACT OF HOPE.
THOU comest to me, O loving Saviour! What may I not expect from Thy excessive goodness and unbounded liberality! I present
