Oh Holy Spirit,

You are the Third Person of the Blessed Trinity.

You are the Spirit of truth, love and holiness, proceeding from the Father and the Son, and equal to them in all things.

Spirit of wisdom and understanding, enlighten our minds to perceive the mysteries of the universe in relation to eternity.

Spirit of right judgment and courage, guide us and make us firm in our baptismal decision to follow Jesus' way of love.

Spirit of knowledge and reverence, help us to see the lasting value of justice and mercy in our everyday dealings with one another.

May we respect life as we work to solve problems of family and nation, economy and ecology.

Spirit of God, spark our faith, hope and love into new action each day.  Fill our lives with wonder and awe in your presence which penetrates all creation.

Amen