I thank you, Eternal Priest, because at the Last Supper you left us the Eucharist, a perpetual memorial of your death and resurrection and because I feel that it is you who calls me to serve in the Church, bringing your sacramental presence to my sick brothers, to whom you have associated your passion for the redemption of the world.

Look dear Lord, at my poor humanity and purify me, so that I may perform my service in the best way and also make you present with my gestures, words and attitudes, so that you may be well received when I distribute you among the brothers, after having heard your Word and giving thanks for your presence among us.

Good shepherd, here you have me at your service. By your grace, May I be an authentic disciple of yours and, in communion with the Church, be always attentive to the guidance of the pastors, so that I carry out my ministry with dedication and a spirit of service, for the good of the Church and your glory; who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit and are God forever and ever,

Amen