Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally. May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen.
[Chorus] Like a flame my hope is burning, may my song arise to you: Source of life that has no ending, on life’s path I trust in you. Ev’ry nation, tongue, and people find a light within your Word. Scattered fragile sons and daughters find a home in your dear Son. [Chorus] God, so tender and so patient, dawn of hope, you care for all. Heav’n and earth are recreated by the Spirit of Life set free. [Chorus] Raise your eyes, the wind is blowing, for our God is born in time. Son made man for you and many who will find the way in him. [Chorus]