WEDNESDAY 12 AUGUST

Novena | Day Five

Daily Opening Prayer

Come, Holy Spirit.
Shape us in love that seeks the good of all,
in joy that does not fade amid uncertainty,
and in peace that gives clarity to our listening and discernment.

Teach us patience in our shared journey together,
kindness in our words,
and goodness in the choices set before us.

Ground us in faithfulness to the way of Jesus,
attune us to gentleness in our relationships with others,
and steady us with self-control when we are tempted to rush.

Draw us into a deeper conversion of heart,
renewing what has grown weary,
reorientating what has lost its way,
and opening us again to the life you are bringing forth.
Amen.

Walking in Communion

Discernment is a communal work that calls us beyond individual certainty into shared responsibility. Jesus does not promise that walking together will be easy, but he does show us a way that honours relationship, truth, and the life of the whole community. His teaching invites patience, attentiveness, and a willingness to remain engaged with one another, even when perspectives differ. When we gather in his name, Christ promises to be present – not as an abstract idea, but as a living presence that clarifies our purpose and directs our steps. At this time, the renewal we seek in our Archdiocese will be recognised not by speed or certainty, but by a shared commitment to walk together in communion, trusting that Christ is at work among us as we discern, decide, and move forward as one body.

For where two or three meet in my name,
I am there among them.
Matthew 18:20

Intention

We ask for the grace to place unity and communion at the heart of our discernment. That we may listen attentively to one another, honour the wisdom of the community, and remain open to the Spirit’s guidance, so that our walking together may reflect Christ truly present in our midst.

Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be…