Act of Charity

O my God, I love you above all things with my whole heart and soul because you are all good and worthy of all my love.

I love my neighbor as myself for the love of you.

I forgive all who have injured me and ask pardon of all whom I have injured. Amen.

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Further insights into Act of Charity

The Act of Charity prayer, also known as the Prayer of St. Ignatius of Loyola, is a popular Catholic prayer. Saint Ignatius of Loyola, who lived in the 16th century, was a Spanish nobleman who became a Catholic priest and theologian. He founded the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits.

The prayer of St. Ignatius of Loyola is not an official prayer of the Catholic Church but is widely prayed by Catholics around the world. The prayer is a reflection on the love of God and the love we should have for our neighbors.

The prayer is often used in Catholic retreats and is one of the prayers suggested for use during the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola.