We Have a New Pope!
Minister:
We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you.
All:
Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.
Reader: When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him and the criminals there, one on his right, the other on his left. [Then Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, they know not what they do."]
(Luke 23: 33-34)
Minister:
Lord, grant us merciful hearts that we may bring your reconciliation and forgiveness to all.
All:
Lord Jesus, help us walk in your steps. Amen.