O God of font and altar, of music, grandeur, light; toward whom the soaring arches aspire beyond their height: as beauty draws us to you within this house of prayer, let worship form and feed us to help us show your care. O life-bestowing Spirit, inspire this hallowed space; breathe through us with new fervor and fill us with your grace. Arouse our lagging spirits, enflame our hearts with joy; here let a love be kindled that death cannot destroy. O Christ, who cleansed the temple, baptize us with your zeal, and teach us your compassion to love, forgive, and heal. Be in our midst to claim us and mark us as your own; then send us forth in witness to make your mercy known.