We raise our hearts to our Creator,
our Fortress and our Shield:
our spirits rest in You, O God.
With each breath let our song be praise,
with each heartbeat let our life be yours.
Almighty God,
who sees deep into the hearts of your children,
and knows and loves us from our birth,
watch over us and preserve us this day.
As You chose and honored St. Mary,
and favored her with your faithfulness and love,
may we also be your willing servants,
trusting in our God in all things,
choosing to be filled as vessels of God's grace.
Grant us the courage
to be instruments of your redemption and justice,
O Merciful, Reconciling One,
and boldly assent when you call us by name.
Spirit of the Living God,
fill us with the fire of love
and the faith to fight for righteousness and truth.
May holy angels attend to those who watch and weep:
lift up and comfort all who turn to You, Lord Christ.
Amen.
Image: detail from an icon by Mikhail Vrubel, from St. Cyril's Monastery, Kiev.
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