God of all creation,
in Baptism you called each of us by name
to be your children.
we give you thanks and praise for this gift.

Bless the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie
with men and women who will answer your call
as priests, sisters, religious brothers and deacons.

Give those you have called to married life,
and those you have chosen to remain as single persons in the world,
the graces that their lives require.

Form us all in the likeness of your Son,
so that we may love You more deeply
and serve You more faithfully.

We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.