Almighty God, who didst call thy blessed Saint Cuthbert from following the flock to be a Shepherd and Bishop of souls: Inspire all Bishops and Pastors to tend their flocks after his pattern with gentleness and strength; that thy people may be shepherded with the holy love of our Redeemer Jesus Christ, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen.
¶ Or this:
Almighty God, who in thy providence didst choose thy servant Patrick to be the apostle of the Irish people, that he might bring those who were wandering in darkness and error to the true light and knowledge of thee: Grant us faithfully to walk in that light, and shew forth thy glory before the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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