Prayers and BLessings
to Use in your Ministries
New color coding: Yellow and blue for any time of the year; Green for those you might use most in the Spring/Summer; Salmon for Fall/Winter; Lilac for Advent and Lent;
Blessing of Graduates Before you were even formed, God knew you. While in your Mother's womb, God named you. At your birth, God's breath filled you with life. Today we celebrate what you have become at this moment in time. And so we pray, God of our beginnings, We thank you for the gifts of these graduates; their excitement, their awesome wonder and curiosity. their open speech and encouraging words. Their contributions have blessed and challenged us, and we have become a richer and more diverse community because of them. As they step forward into the world that awaits, comfort their fears with the full knowledge of your divine presence. Strengthen their resolve to walk in the footsteps of Jesus as modern-day disciples in a world that needs their spirit. Guide their feet as they move through life, protecting the, from the pitfalls of darkness while they help to lead future generations into the warmth and promise of your light. We ask this blessing upon each of them, In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. AMEN. (Journey Along the Road of Hope: 2001 Youth Ministry Resource Manual, (c) 2001 NFCYM) ---------------------- A Blessing of Graduates Lord, look kindly on your graduates. Having finished their courses of study, they stand on the threshold, ready to begin new chapters in their lives. We send them forth as messengers of salvation and peace, marked with the sign of the cross. Guide their steps with your mighty arm and with the power of your grace strengthen them in spirit. Make their words the echo of Christ’s voice, so that those who hear them may be drawn to obey the Gospel. Fill the hearts of your graduates with the Holy Spirit, so that they may lead many to you, the Father of all, to sing your praises in your holy Church. We ask this through Christ our Lord. R. Amen. (Source unknown) -------------------------------- A Prayer for All Going to Prom Lord God, thank you for this opportunity to get dressed up and have fun with friends as we eat, dance, and laugh at Prom. Please keep us safe this evening, and give us strength to avoid temptations for any and all activities that would harm our relationship with you. May we be good role models in how we act, in what we say, in what we do and in how we dance. But also rejoice with us as we have fun. We pray this in your holy name, Amen. (ccase) ================================ A Prayer for Those Not Going to Prom Lord God, even though I will not be going to the dance tonight, I ask that you watch over and protect those who are. May they be safe and able to stay faithful to you. I also ask that you watch over me and all those who are not going to prom either by personal choice, parent's choice, or not being invited - no matter what the reason, please grant us a fun evening as well. No matter what I decide to do tonight, help me to look back with fond memories. Thank you for all my blessings Lord. In your holy name, I pray. Amen. (ccase) The World Meeting of Families - Philadelphia 2015 Official Prayer
God and Father of us all, in Jesus, your Son and our Savior, you have made us your sons and daughters in the family of the Church. May your grace and love help our families in every part of the world be united to one another in fidelity to the Gospel. May the example of the Holy Family, with the aid of your Holy Spirit, guide all families, especially those most troubled, to be homes of communion and prayer and to always seek your truth and live in your love. through Christ our Lord. Amen. Jesus, Mary and Joseph, pray for us! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Prayers for Moms
http://onlineministries.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/Mothers/ Prayers for Dads http://onlineministries.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/Fathers/ BLESSING OF A MARRIED COUPLE May God, who loves us all, give you his choicest blessings, and fill your life with joy. May He guide you in His ways, and lead you to His glory. May Almighty God, Father, Son, + and Holy Spirit, give His blessing to you for ever and ever. Amen. BLESSING AT A CATHOLIC MEETING Heavenly Father, bless us as we come together in Your Name. Send the Spirit of Jesus into our hearts to guide us in our discussions for the good of all. Father, we ask this grace through Christ our Lord. Amen. Click here for series of Prayers with an Advent Wreath: /uploads/1/1/0/5/11055607/prayers_around_the_advent_wreath.doc |
PRAYER FOR A SAFE SUMMER Father, help us to have a good fun-filled summer. Keep our families and friends safe while enjoying swimming, picnics, games, and family fun. Thank you for creating beautiful long sunny days and warm starry nights, which remind us that you are always watching over us. Thank you for a season of love, joy, and togetherness. Amen. From “A Prayer for All Seasons–Prayers by Young Adolescents,” Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office for Youth and Young Adults BLESSING OF THOSE WORKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE Lord Jesus, You welcomed young people and blessed them, and reminded us that the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are the children of God. Bless + these men and women who work with young people in our community. Guide them in their projects, fill them with patience and love, and help them to inspire all with who they work. Let your Spirit of wisdom and understanding be with them and give them joy and peace in their hearts. Lord Jesus, we praise you, for you are our Lord for ever and ever. Amen. |