God our Father, you watch over each one of us. You are one with your Son and with the Holy Spirit; and we would like to be united among ourselves in your image. When we see division and misunderstanding all around us, especially between believers, rekindle in us the passion for unity among all who love Christ, who carries all of us by his prayer.

Faithful God, by your Son Jesus you open for us the way of a life that will never end. He gave himself for us so that every human being might know that they are loved and welcomed by you. Help us day after day to follow in his footsteps so that we can say: "It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me."

Risen Christ, mysterious presence, we would like to recognize you at every moment of our lives. But when you seem far away, we hear you say: "Do not be afraid; I am here. Dare to welcome me, in the beauty of song, in listening to the Word, and when I offer myself to you in the Eucharist." Praise be to you!