Holy Spirit, Lord and giver of life, you breathe life into the universe.
Come, Creator Spirit, and renew the whole creation.

Holy Spirit, voice of the prophets, you call us to ways of justice and compassion.
Come, Spirit of Righteousness, and burn in our hearts.

Holy Spirit, advocate and teacher, you show us the depth of God’s love.
Come, Spirit of Truth, and lead us in the way of Jesus Christ.

Holy Spirit, restless wind, you empower us to preach your Word and share your good news.
Come, Spirit of Power, and make us bold witnesses of your redemption.

Holy Spirit, dove of peace, you heal the divisions that separate us.
Come, Reconciling Spirit, and unite us in the love of Christ.

Holy Spirit, water and flame, you baptize us and make us Children of God.
Come, Transforming Spirit, and make us new creations in Jesus Christ.

--excerpted and adapted from Paul Detterman's "An End and a Beginning"