By the "Amen," we express our 'fiats' concerning the seven petitions: "So be it." -Catechism of the Catholic Church 2857, 2865. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.

After a time of silence, all join in prayers of intercession, or in one of the litanies or other prayers. All then join hands for the Lord's Prayer: Our Father.

Father, hear the prayer we offer: Not for ease that prayer shall be, But for strength that we may ever Live our lives courageously. Not forever in green pastures Do we ask our way to be ...