Oh Saint Francis, you who embraced evangelical poverty and lived in deep communion with God and all creation, we turn to you with trust and devotion.

Inspire us to follow your example of a simple, humble life filled with love for God and for our brothers and sisters. Help us to recognise God's presence in every creature and to treat all creation with respect and kindness.

Saint Francis, intercede for us with God, our heavenly Father, and obtain for us the grace to live the Gospel in joy, peace and reconciliation. Grant us the strength to overcome life's challenges with faith, hope and charity, always seeking to do God's will.

May your love for God and for creation inspire us to be peacemakers, witnesses to divine love and instruments of mercy in the world.

Saint Francis of Assisi, we entrust our intentions and prayers to you. Intercede for us and guide us on the path of holiness, bringing us ever closer to God and to our brothers and sisters.

Amen.