Collect
Gracious God,
the source of all true peace,
you gave to your servant Irenaeus
gifts of leadership and insight to guide your church;
keep us steadfast in the truth,
respecting the created order
as the work of your hands,
and growing in grace,
till we attain the fullness of our humanity
in Jesus Christ our Saviour.
Amen.
Prayer
Our Father,
save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
O God,
the well-spring of life,
pour into our hearts the living water of your grace,
that refreshed by you,
we may live this day in steadfast reliance
on the strength you give;
through our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Amen.