May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. (Romans 15:13)

Let us pray: Jesus, our source of joy, peace and fortitude, save us from our vulnerability and weariness. May you fill us with your spirit and nourish us with hope so that we may continue to strive in spite of the challenges that we face everyday. Amen.