For The Peoples of the World

St. Michael-Arild Rosenkrantz

For The Peoples of the World

O Christ, Thou knowest
The souls and spirits
Whose deeds have woven
Each country’s destiny.

May we who today
Share the world’s life
Find the strength and the light
Of thy servant Michael.

And our hearts be warmed
By Thy blessing, O Christ,
That our deeds may serve
The healing of peoples.

Adam Bittleston
in Meditative Prayers for Today