The childhood to adolescent years is about discovering our autonomy, which is a good thing.  However, rebellion against God is never helpful.  It is much better to rebel against the world, the flesh, and the devil.  We revisit these memories to right any wrongs in our youth, asking for the grace to recognize God’s presence and love for us, even during our adolescence.

Opening Prayer

✠ In the Name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. ✠ Amen.

Eternal Father, together with your Son, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit… You are glorious and magnificent, transcending all of creation, time, and space. Through the intercession of Mary, the Mother of Jesus, and St Joseph, guardian of the Holy Family, we ask you to pour out your blessings  to the hour of greatest need as we pray for the healing of memories.

Inner Healing: Childhood through Adolescence Years

“No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.”  ^{1 Corinthians 10:13}  

Heavenly Father, in the Name of your Son Jesus, through power of the Holy Spirit, pour your grace over my person, history, and memories… from age six through adolescence. Heal any memories of confusion, trauma… experienced by sin, neglect, rejection, physical, mental, or sexual abuse.

Merciful Father, speak to my inner child and Help me recognize that I am your beloved disciple, in whom you are well pleased… so I may seek forgiveness for my sins, to forgive my parents, family members and anyone who harmed me during these formative years, releasing me and others involved from any bitter root and filling us your Light, Life, and Love.
✠ Amen.