Prayers: David (6th century), Bishop of St Davids and Patron of Wales
1 March
God of Love,
today you give us the joy of recalling
the life and holiness of St David,
in whom the power of your love brought
goodness to our country.
As David followed Jesus in all that he did,
help us to do the same.
This we ask in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God in heaven,
you gave David to the people of Wales
to lead us in our faith:
encouraged by David’s example
and following your Holy Spirit,
may we joyfully proclaimyour glory and generosity;
This we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Collect 168
God our Father,
you gave Saint David to the people of Wales
to uphold the faith:
encouraged by his example,
may we joyfully hold fast to the things
which lead to eternal life;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
to whom with you and the Holy Spirit
be all honour and glory,
now and for ever.