Architect of the skies, you formed the earth and set it on the seas. Awed by your creation we pray: Be present to us, O God.

Shepherding God, you anointed Peter to be the rock upon which you would build your Church. We celebrate this commission and pray: O God, hear us.

May God gladden our hearts in Christ Jesus and make us joyful in praising God now and always. Amen.

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.