O Father,
may we come to life
in the dangerous waters of baptism.
May we find breath
in the brooding Spirit enveloping us.
May we hear your heavenly voice
call us by name
and bestow on us you favor and dignity.
May we become a new creation
filled with vulnerable power.
May we go forth renewed
as your sons and daughters.
Amen.
Adapted from PrayerTime: Faith-Sharing Reflections on the Sunday Gospels, available at the RENEW International store
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