God of heavenly wisdom, you have given us
Mary, Mother of Jesus, to be our guide and
Counselor. Grant that we may always seek
her motherly help in this life and so enjoy
her blessed presence in the life to come.
O Mother of Good Counsel, patroness of the
National Council of Catholic Women, intercede
for us, that we may be wise, courageous, and
loving leaders of the church. Help us, dear
Mother, to know the mind of Jesus, your Son.
May the Holy Spirit fill us with the reverence for
God’s creation, and compassion for all God’s
children. May our labors of love on earth,
enhance the reign of God, and may God’s gifts
of faith and living hope prepare us for the
fullness of the world to come. Amen.