Jesus, our Teacher, Friend and Brother,
stay with us; grant that we remain with you.

Spirit of the Living God, fall afresh on us,
… mold us … heal us … lead us … live and love in us.

Mary, Mother of the Church,
intercede for us, that we may be faithful to our call.

Joseph, our guardian and protector,
pray for us, for wisdom, courage and strength.

Francis and Clare,
may we always strive to be the face of the Gospel.

Alexia, Alfons, Clara and all of our deceased Sisters,
remember us; let us know your presence. Amen.

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Most Holy Trinity, we invoke your presence on our Congregation. Bless and anoint each member with your Holy Spirit. Grant us the Spirit of St. Francis, our patron, especially his insights, enthusiasm, self-renunciation and his fraternal love.

Fill us with the challenging spirit of Mothers Alexia and Alfons and Sister Clara, our foundresses, to respond to the needs of the time. Direct and lead our General Assembly, which is going to commence on March 13, 2006, to be a success.

Provide the delegates and nominees the fullness of your Holy Spirit, through whom we may be enabled to discern the plan of God which is designed for our Congregation.

May we witness you wherever we are planted, by being the face of the Gospel. Ingrain in us zeal, courage and sincerity, to tread on your path unwaveringly until the end of time.

This prayer we make in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.