The Year of Encounter
As people of faith, the UK general election is an opportunity for Catholics to draw attention to the most important issues that matter to all of us.
Mary, model of encounter,
you heard God’s call.
Teach us to listen deeply
in our polarised world.
Mary, woman of courage,
you sang joyfully of God’s justice.
Inspire us to challenge inequality
and call for fulness of life for all.
Mary, seeker of sanctuary,
you fled violence and persecution.
Be with us as we seek peace
and respect for human dignity.
Mary, mother of community,
you joined the disciples at Pentecost.
Pray that the Spirit will empower us
as we act together for the common good.
Amen.