Let us pray to the Father and ask him to form a new heart within us.

God of all compassion, heal the wounds our sins and selfishness. Bring upon us your request to turn to fasting, prayer and sharing with our brothers and sisters. We acknowledge our sinfulness and when our weakness causes discouragement, let your compassion fill us with hope and lead us through a lent of repentance to the beauty of Easter joy.

Amen.