Our Dear most Gracious Heavenly Father, the Source of all Holiness,
In the freshness of this morning, we gather to honor Mary, Mother of God, bearer of the Light of the World. With joyful hearts, we sing alleluia, praising your holy name.
Glory to the Father, to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. Alleluia!
In the hymn of faith, we recount the marvels you have performed, when divine love triumphed over sin through the birth of Jesus, And Mary, chosen to be the Mother of the Savior.
Blessed were the people from whom the Lord emerged; Blessed was the promised land that became his earthly dwelling. Yet, more blessed is Mary, who carried him beneath her heart.
Let us, the faithful, exalt the honor of her name, Let the Church echo her joy and partake in her thanksgiving. As Mary sang with elation, let us echo her heavenly hymn.
Like a flourishing olive tree in your sacred house, O Lord, we stand in your goodness, trusting in your eternal grace. We will offer our gratitude ceaselessly, for this is the work of your hands.
We vow to declare the goodness of your name, In the company of friends and the communion of saints.
We commit to (Simple Act) as our humble act of devotion, A gesture of our enduring love and unwavering faith.
May this simple act be a testament to our dedication, and find favor in your sight, O Lord, as we strive to embody your light.
We pray these things to you, our Lord God, through Christ. And It Is So.