Maker of heaven and earth, your majestic name fills the world. We praise you and pray: In your compassion turn toward us, O God.

Give empathy and understanding to grief counselors.

     In your compassion turn toward us, O God.

Reunite families that have been separated by politics, war, or disaster.

     In your compassion turn toward us, O God.

Heal those who suffer from relationship wounds, trauma, or low self-esteem.

     In your compassion turn toward us, O God.

Our Father . . .

May we prefer nothing to the love of Christ, and may he bring us together to everlasting life. Amen.