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God, our maker and redeemer, you have made us a new company of priest to bear witness to the Gospel. Enable us to be faithful to our calling to make known your promises to all the world. Amen.
O God of justice and love, you illumine our way through life with the words of your Son. Give us the light we need, and awaken us to the needs of others. Amen.
Isaiah 53:4-12
Stir up our hearts, Lord God, to prepare the way of your only Son. By his coming strengthen us to serve you with purified lives. Amen.