Faithful God, you delight in those who revere you. In trust we pray: God, by your abundant mercy, hear our prayer. 

Fulfill your Church’s hopes for meaningful and fruitful dialogue that leads to greater unity and understanding. 

God, by your abundant mercy, hear our prayer. 

Guide exiles to safety and bring peace to places of political conflict and instability. 

God, by your abundant mercy, hear our prayer. 

Help us to show appreciation to those who serve others in tasks that are menial, unnoticed, or dangerous. 

God, by your abundant mercy, hear our prayer. 

Our Father . . . 

May the peace of Christ reign in our hearts, now and always. Amen.