This prayer thanks Jesus Christ for all the benefits and pains he endured for humanity. It asks that people may grow closer to Christ by knowing him better, loving him more, and following him more each day so that they can walk in his footsteps. The prayer ends with "Amen" to affirm these requests.

1. A Prayer of St Richard of Chichester
(1197-1253)

2. Thanks be to you, our Lord Jesus Christ

3. for all the benefits which you have given us,

4. for all the pains and insults which you have
borne for us.

5. Most merciful Redeemer, Friend and
Brother,

6. may we know you more clearly,

7. love you more dearly,

8. and follow you more nearly,

9. day by day.

10. Amen