St Anne and St Joachim,
you were ever faithful to God, trusting in Him
in your lives and while you prayed for a child.
Your patience and perseverance in prayer
are an example to us.

St Alban, courageous witness to Christ,
Pray for us

that we may be bold in our faith,
merciful to others
and willing to stand for truth no matter the cost.

Teach us to see Christ in the lives we touch
and to love as he did
through our love-filled service to others,
particularly those in need.

Let us rejoice in the Spirit
who helps us grow in faith
as we search for truth our whole life long.