Christ Our Lord,

risen Lord,

light of the world,

to you be all praise and glory!

Shine your light on us

this Easter season

so that we may reflect brilliantly

the glory of your resurrection.

Make us a blessing

for those who suffer,

live in fear or

who are overwhelmed by life.

And let the Spirit fill our hearts

with your loving presence

so that we may become

good stewards of your Gospel

out of love for you

who, for our sakes,

lived, died and rose from the dead;

you who live and reign with your

Father,

in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever.

Amen.