But we must give thanks to God always about you,
sisters and brother beloved by God,
because God set you all apart,
the first-fruits,
for salvation,
by being made holy by the Spirit
and belief in the truth.
He called you all to this
through our gospel
to share the glory of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
So now, brothers and sisters,
stand firm,
and hold fast to the traditions,
which you were taught,
either by word
or by our letter.
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is discord, union;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
Where there is sadness, joy,
For your mercy and for your truth’s sake. Amen