Heavenly Father, Your Son ascended in great triumph to sit at your right hand. You sent your Spirit to watch over us, guide us and teach us to be better stewards of your abundant gifts.  Through your Spirit may we be inspired every day to live in accordance with the Gospel, and to give witness to our risen Lord.  We ask this through Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever.  Amen!