Leader 1: God of Charity and Grace, it's hard to set aside

other concerns for a few hours, but with You as our

companion and guide, we dedicate this meeting to Your

honor and glory.

All: We trust Your Spirit to lead us.

Leader 2: May these next few hours be a time of grace to

identify and resolve problems.

All: We trust Your Spirit to lead us.

Leader 3: To say aloud those things that others need to hear,

and to refrain from words and actions that distract.

All: We trust Your Spirit to lead us.

Leader 4: To think creatively, to develop ideas that will empower

our co-workers to grow in your spirit

All: We trust Your Spirit to lead us.

Leader 5: Finally, Lord, strengthen us and help us remember and

that we serve together in your name and by your call.

All: We trust Your Spirit to lead us. Amen.

CHA is grateful to St. Dominic Health Services/ Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System for sharing this prayer resource.