Loving God,
Today, on International Women’s Day, we thank you for the women who inspire us.
We remember St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, who believed that education, courage and faith could change the world.
Like Sophie, help us to open our hearts and stand up for justice.
May we learn from her example to use our talents with kindness, wisdom and strength, so that we can build a world where everyone is valued and respected.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.