The hope of spring

O God,
As creation springs to life
during this season of hope,
we pray that your light
may penetrate the darkest
corners of our heart,
and the saddest places
in our world.
Be there to comfort
our brothers and sisters in need,
and inspire our courage
to go forth and proclaim
the Good News of Easter
in joyful word and deed. Amen.
--from the Sisters of Charity of New York