Gracious God, you love those who revere you. In company with Saints Joachim and Anne, we pray: Give us joy in your presence, O God.
Inspire Pope Francis, bishops, and your Church by the light of your saving word.
Give us joy in your presence, O God.
Strengthen and gladden the hearts of parents and grandparents, godparents and guardians.
Give us joy in your presence, O God.
Help us to cultivate a listening heart, an obedient spirit, and a courageous will.
Give us joy in your presence, O God.
Our Father . . .
May the God of our ancestors lead us along the everlasting way and grant us a share in the inheritance of Jesus. Amen.