We Are One

You have made us one body and one spirit. You have called us to one hope through one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all. The difference in our cultures, our backgrounds, our gifts and talents, our personalities, and our experiences should only enrich us, not divide us. We need each other in order to live strong for You. Help us make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit that You have given us -- to treasure it, to preserve it, to protect it, and promote it. Teach me to love and respect and appreciate all of my brothers and sisters in Christ and live with them in peace.