our REFLECTIONS

Lord,
we pray for your Church at this time. 
May she be a true sign
of the kingdom of God in the world,
reflecting Gospel values. 
May we do the little that is in us
to live by the teachings of Jesus
and so be able to bring
your good news to everyone we meet. 
We pray especially
for those who will select
a new leader for your people. 
May their hearts be free from fear,
prejudice or ambition. 
May the Holy Spirit so fill them
that they may vote courageously
and with selfless love.
Grant us a leader
fit to take us through the crises 
that face the Church
and the World today.