Prayer for the Camino

I came across some prayers for the Camino and thought I would share them with you, one at a time. I thought as I prepare physically and mentally for the journey I should prepare spiritually as well. 

A Pilgrim's Prayer to St. James

This is an ancient prayer that comes at the end of the Pilgrim Mass said along the Camino de

Santiago:

"O God, who brought your servant Abraham out of the land of the Chaldeans, protecting him in

his wanderings, who guided the Hebrew people across the desert, we ask that you watch over us,

your servants, as we walk in the love of your name to Santiago de Compostela.

Be for us our companion on the walk,Our guide at the crossroads,

Our breath in our weariness, Our protection in danger,

Our albergue on the Camino,

Our shade in the heat,

Our light in the darkness,

Our consolation in our discouragements,

And our strength in our intentions.

So that with your guidance we may arrive safe and sound at the end of the Road and enriched

with grace and virtue we return safely to our homes filled with joy.

In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

Apostle Santiago, pray for us.

Santa Maria, pray for us."