O Lord -
May our souls praise You as long as we live.
When the breath of mortals departs, they return to the earth with their perished plans. Forgive us when we idolize those in whom there is no help.
You, God of Jacob, are our help. You, Lord our God, are our hope.
The One who made heaven and earth. The One who keeps faith forever. The One who executes justice. The One who feeds the hungry, sets the prisoners free, and opens the eyes of the blind.
The One who lifts up those who are bowed down. The One who watches over strangers and upholds orphans and widows.
The One who reigns forever for all generations.
May our souls praise You as long as we live.
Amen.