God, our Father, Creator who calls us to life:
Have mercy on us.

God the Son, Faithful Servant:
Have mercy on us.

God the Holy Spirit, Life-Force of Courage:
Have mercy on us.

Mary, Mother of Jesus, our High Priest: 
Pray for us.

St. Joseph, her spouse: 
Pray for us.

St. Peter and St. Paul, First Apostles: 
Pray for us.

St. Benedict and St. Scholastica: 
Pray for us.

St. Dominic, St. Francis, St. Ignatius: 
Pray for us.

St. John Vianney: 
Pray for us.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: 
Pray for us.

All holy men and women of God:
Pray for us.

Lord, give the gift of a generous heart to parents 
and those called to priesthood and religious life. 
We ask this through Christ, Our Lord.

Amen.