Eternal God, you fill us as you filled Mary, the mother of Jesus, with your love, graciously given. By the simplicity of her "yes", she welcomed your Son and offered him to the world. And if we find fears coming up in us, send your Holy Spirit so that in our turn we may be able to say "yes" to you with the whole of our lives.

Praise be to you, God of life! You unite us in Christ in one body in all our wonderful diversity. Confirm each one of us in your love. And then we will understand that it is this love which holds us together to reflect your presence in the world today.

Praise be to you, God of life! You unite us in Christ in one body in all our wonderful diversity. Confirm each one of us in your love. And then we will understand that it is this love which holds us together to reflect your presence in the world today.