Whirlwind Spirit

Whirlwind Spirit of God,
roar through our timidities and fears,
shake the foundations of our ill-placed securities,
sweep away the cobwebs of our apathy,
blow down the walls that separate us, one from another.

Then into all our empty spaces, breathe
re-strengthened courage to challenge injustice,
renewed belief in the urgency of our vocation,
revitalised passion to change our lifestyles,
re-dedication to speak only words that build and unite.

Let gentle breeze and still small voice
become in us today
mighty wind and loud proclamationi.
Make of us a Pentecost people!

Amen.

Prayer: Kathleen O'Brien/CAFOD