God our Father, you inspired in Saint Stephen a love for Christ that shaped his life according to the pattern set by his Master. Grant us that same love, fidelity, and true discipleship, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer taken from Magnificat Magazine – US edition, Morning Prayer, Tuesday, December 26, 2023.

Image: Rembrandt, “The Stoning of Saint Stephen”, 1625 (photo: Public Domain) 

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