God of hope, you call us home from the exile of selfish oppression to the freedom of justice, the balm of healing, and the joy of sharing. Make us strong to join you in your holy work, as friends of strangers and victims, companions of those whom others reject, and as the happiness of those whose hearts are broken.
Holy Father, Father of Christ, for whom we wait in anticipation, prepare our hearts to strengthen what is weak, enrich those who are poor, and give hope to those who live in fear. Make us grateful for the good news of salvation and keep us faithful in your service.
Sovereign Lord, Father of all in the power of the Holy Spirit, you proclaim the unfolding of future joy and renewed life. Strengthen our hearts to believe your advent promise that one day we will walk in the holy way of Christ, where sorrow and sighing will be no more. Chase the darkness away by your eternally renewing light. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.