Spirit of truth, who guides us in the ways of wisdom and love, call to our minds those who have encouraged and supported us along the way, that we would be filled with joy at the memory of those trustworthy and caring people and receive strength to continue along the path you have set out for us, through Christ our redeemer, who walked before us to set an example and now prepares for us a place with the Father in you. Amen.
‘I thank my God for every remembrance of you, always in every one of my prayers for all of you, praying with joy for your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.’ – Phil. 1:3-5