By Bishop Michael J. Sis

Almighty and ever-living God,
we turn to you in this critical moment
in the history of our Church.
Help us to bring our people back
to the active practice of the faith.
Transform our hearts
from fear to deeper faith,
from division to unity,
from selfishness to generosity,
from apathy to action,
from isolation to a new missionary spirit.
Through your divine power,
bring an end to the COVID-19 pandemic.
For all who have died from the coronavirus, have mercy on their souls.
Bring new life and renewed energy
to our parishes and missions.
Give us a future full of hope.
We ask you this
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.