Prayer of St. Monica for a Wayward Child

Almighty and everlasting God, in your love and mercy you gave to St. Monica the gift of patient prayer and unshakable hope for the conversion of her son Augustine. Grant that I may not grow weary in praying for the one I love. Draw them to yourself as you drew Augustine, that they may return to your friendship and rejoice in your grace. Through the intercession of St. Monica and by the merits of Christ our Lord, hear my prayer. Amen.