Through the blood of Christ, You have given us life,
and through this life, may You be glorified and be known once again.
Lord, keep us under the protection of Your fold,
drive away those who seek harm towards Your people.
With one voice, may those who seek shelter hear,
so that this flock is made stronger by the unity of Your grace.
Give mercy to those outside of Your fold, and pull them close to Your guiding light.
Some may be tempted to go through a different way,
if so, grant them the wisdom to go through the narrow way.
So they can experience the reconciliation that is only possible through You.
unity
grace
mercy