O Lord Jesus Christ, our God, do Thou accept our fervent supplication and bless the good intent and work of the Diocese of the Midwest, that we may begin favorably, and may complete it unto Thy glory without any obstacle. Do Thou assist the workers and direct the work of our hands, and cause it to be brought speedily to completion by the power of Thy Most-holy Spirit. For Thine it is to be merciful and to save us, O our God, and unto Thee do we send up glory, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning, and Thy Most-holy, Good and Life-giving Spirit, now and ever, and unto the ages of ages. Amen.