afterimages

To the God of heaven give thanks ; * for his love endures forever.

The antiphon at the last minute proclaims
To the God of heaven give thanks ;
He set us free from our foes.

You did this…
You vanquished our enemies
You slew their Kings
You laid them bare

Let the crops grow
Let rain fall
Let the sea recede into its ancient bounds.

Let peace reign in our walls
Let peace reign in our hearts
Let foemen have peace.

Open the gates of our hearts, lord
Show us the way