Lord Jesus, under whose authority and goodwill we always live, be present with us as we seek to fulfill the mission that you have set before us, that we would not merely work by our own power, but would rely on you, trusting that you are working in and through us always, through you who lives and reigns in heaven with the Father and Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen. “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” – Matthew 28:19-20