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With One Accord
O God, our Creator, You, who made us in Your image, give us the grace of inclusion in the heart of Your Church.
R: With one accord, we pray.
Jesus, our Saviour, You, who received the love of women and men, heal what divides us, and bless what unites us.
R: With one accord, we pray.
Holy Spirit, our Comforter, You, who guides this work, provide for us as we hold in hope Your will for the good of all.
R: With one accord, we pray.
Mary, mother of God, pray for us. St. Joseph, stay close to us.
Divine Wisdom, enlighten us.
R: With one accord, we pray. Amen.
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With One Accord signature music for the Magdala interview composed by Dr. John Paul Farahat and performed by Emily VanBerkum and John Paul Farahat.
Images used in this edition:
Cover: “Young Woman Praying in Church” by Jules Breton (1827-1906).
Page 2 “A Disciple” by John Everett Millais (1829-1896).
Page 3 Detail from an ancient Byzantine icon.
Page 9 “Young Nun at Prayer” by Sergei Gribkov (1852).
Page 10 “The River Tignana” photo by John Dalla Costa.
Pages 12-14 “Marguerite Porete” (artist unknown); Cover of Mechtild of Magdeburg’s book from Paulist Press edition; “St. Catherine of Siena Writing” by Rutillo di Lorenzo Manetti (1630).
Pages 16-17 Ven. Nano Nagle (artist unknown); “Bro Jacopa” detail from a painting depicting St. Francis’ “transito” in Assisi by Domenico Bruschi (1840-1910).
