Prior to the blessing, the priest vests himself surplice and white stole. Priest: Our help is in the name of the Lord. People: Who made heaven and earth. Priest: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Let us pray. Almighty and merciful God, Who by the many appearances on earth of the […]
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Dear Father of us all, we praise You and give You glory today. We thank You for the gifts You have shown to us: for the love You have given to N. and N. for the joy we are sharing, and for this banquet we are about to begin. Bless us, Father, and the food
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This day is full of beauty and adventure, help me Lord to be fully alive to it all. During this day, may I become a more thoughtful person, a more prayerful person, a more generous and kindly person. Help me not to be turned in on myself but to be sensitive and helpful to others.
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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.
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Lord Jesus, our brother, You have promised to be present among us whenever we come together in Your Name. Remain with us as we meet for the benefit and love of Your people. Guide us in our discussions, and help us to do everything for Your honour and glory and for the salvation of Your
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Lord Jesus, our brother, You love us all, and have a special love for the young. Bless N. on his/her birthday, and help him/her to be happy and always pleasing to You. Bless us all, Lord Jesus, as we celebrate on this happy occasion. Jesus, You are our Lord for ever and ever. Amen.
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(Approved by the Sacred Congregation of Rites, December 1, 1886.) (Vested in surplice and stole, the priest accompanied by the people, carries a relic of the Holy Cross with which to bless the stream or river. There he devoutly reads, facing in turn the four directions, the beginnings of the four Gospels, and after each
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May you walk with God this summer In whatever you do, Wherever you go. Walking with God means… Walking with honesty and with courage, Walking with love and respect And concern for the feelings of others. May you talk to God this summer And every day And in every situation. Talking with God means… Praying
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