(Veni Sancte Spiritus)

Come, O Spirit of sanctity, from the glory of heaven
and send forth the radiance of your light.
Father of all the poor, light and peace of all hearts,
come with your countless gifts!
Consoler in desolation; refreshment full of loveliness;
come, dear friend of my soul!
In weariness send repose;
breathe gently the cool refreshing breeze;
console the desolate who weep alone.
O Light of beatitude, make our hearts ready;
come, enter into our souls.
Without your grace, man stands alone;
he cannot be good or sure.
Cleanse what is soiled; heal what is wounded;
moisten what is arid.
Bend the stubborn will; warm the cold heart;
guide the wandering footstep!
Holy Spirit, we beg you to give us grace
through your sevenfold power.
Give us merit for the present,
and one day beatitude when we have finished our earthly sojourn.
Amen. Alleluia!