Liberating God, you give us victory over death through Jesus your Son. In hope we pray: Teach us your ways, O God.

Gracious and merciful God, you are forever mindful of your covenant and name Mary as Mother of your Church.

May God strengthen us to embrace the paschal mystery with joy and hope so that we may share everlasting joy in the resurrection of Jesus. Amen.

God of salvation, in Jesus you shepherd your flock. With trust in your care we pray: God, in your love, hear our prayer.

Holy God, we celebrate the holy and joyful encounter you inspired between Mary and Elizabeth. Enliven us by that same spirit as we pray: God of our joy, hear our prayer.

May God favor us with love, guard us in peace, and lead us along the everlasting way, through Christ our Savior. Amen.

God of everlasting life, the ascension of your Son confirms divine life for all who believe in you. In hope we pray: Redeeming God, hear our prayer.

God of the living, your saving Word is the source of all wisdom. In faith we pray: Lead us by the light of truth, O God.

Faithful God, your love resounds from age to age. In hope we pray: God, teach us your hidden wisdom.

God of all, you reach out to those in captivity. In trust we pray: God, in your justice, hear our prayer.