Eternal spirit, wellspring of the divine in us all, whose presence brings heaven within us and around us, you are known by many names of holiness.
Let our world become a place ordered and ruled by your creative spirit.
May the bounty of the earth generously and fairly fill the needs of all creatures.
May we have the humility and strength to forgive those who have wronged us, without rancour, that we may become worthy of forgiveness. Give us understanding of the anguish and desperation behind the worst offences of our time.
Give us the discipline and strength to resist evil influences, to avoid cruelty and malice, and order our lives with kindness.
For all things, all power, and all glory ultimately belong to you for ever.

D. Groocock
August 2006