Gracious and merciful God, you are forever mindful of your covenant and name Mary as Mother of your Church. In company with her we pray: God, in your wisdom, hear our prayer.
Mary pondered your Word: shape our hearts by your life-giving Spirit.
God, in your wisdom, hear our prayer.
Mary believed your promise would be fulfilled in her: deepen our trust and faith in you.
God, in your wisdom, hear our prayer.
Mary rejoiced in your saving help: unite your Church in love and praise of your holy name.
God, in your wisdom, hear our prayer.
Our Father . . .
May God heal divisions in the Church, guard us in love, and bring us together to everlasting life in Jesus. Amen.