"St. Thomas"

  Give us, O Lord, 

steadfast hearts, which no unworthy thought can drag downward, 

unconquered hearts, which no tribulation can wear out, 

upright hearts, which no unworthy purpose may tempt aside. 

Bestow upon us also, O Lord our God, 

understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you,

and a faithfulness that may finally embrace you,  through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.  

(Saint Thomas, Italy, 13th cent.)