May God bless us with wisdom and understanding of the depth and breadth of Christ’s love for us and for all that the universe contains. Amen.

God of salvation, you anointed Saints Cyril and Methodius as missionaries to the Slavic people. In company with them we pray: Hear us, O God.

May God strengthen us in patience, love, and faith as we await the blessed hope of the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

May the faithful love of God be upon us as we place our trust in Jesus, our brother, by the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

May the face of God shine on us and heal us of every affliction and sorrow, through Jesus our Savior. Amen.

May God, the glory of all the saints, bless us and keep us through endless days. Amen.

May the Word of God be a lamp for our steps and a light for our path, now and always. Amen.

Loving God, your Spirit revealed to Simeon that he would see the Messiah. With joy we pray: Let us see your salvation, O God.

May God heal our hurting world and cosmos, give us peace, and lead us along the ways of everlasting life, through Jesus, the Son of God. Amen.

May God receive the prayers of our hearts and bless us with peace, through Jesus Christ, the Word of God. Amen.