Loving God and Father,
help us to be people of prayer,
committed to the person and message
of Jesus your Son.
Help us to grasp
the integrity and beauty
of the truths of our faith and
the transforming power of your
grace.
Nourish and strengthen us
as people of faith,
disciples of Jesus,
committed to the mission of the
Church
and eager to share the gospel
without restraint.
Let our hearts burn within us
as we catch glimpses of your
heart in Jesus,
for through him,
we know your loving plan for us.
We ask this through Jesus the
Christ
who lives with you and the Holy
Spirit
in one loving Trinity.
Amen.
