Christ, still bearing the wounds of the cross,
How long will ours last?
We want grief over and done with,
Our injuries healed and pain taken away.

Christ, still bearing the wounds of the cross,
In this stillness, wait with us,
As the women waited at the cross.

Christ, still bearing the wounds of the cross,
As we recognise in each other our shared wounds,
Help us to bear them together, holding fast to the light.

Christ, still bearing the wounds of the cross,
That were so life changing for us all,
Be with those who bear unfathomable changes, give them life.

Christ, still bearing the wounds of the cross,
May we your cross-wise ones, following in your way,
live your wounded life together in love, and may your kindom come
On earth as in heaven.

In our life and our believing
The love of God

A prayer for Ascension