Here we go Again....

Monday, August 26th is in about 72 hours.   This means that if you don’t have school supplies ready, you have about 72 hours to do so.

Our backpacks are ready to go and last night we had the opportunity to meet the boy’s teachers.

The back to school list has been check off and now all we need is the school bell on Monday morning.  (And a trip to Costco for after school snacks!)

Here is a question for you?   Have you stopped to pray with and for your children as the start a new school year?  Have you said a prayer for the school education staff that will be with our kiddos? 

This is one of my favorite back to school prayers.  I hope it gives you the words to begin a school year with prayer and the confidence that God is with us in all situations.   I feel that it is very important to do this prayer with your children, or tell them that you spent time in prayer for them.   This makes faith a part of our daily rhythm. 

Dear Lord,
As my children leave for school,
I pray that you will keep them in your care.
Send your Spirit to open their minds
to all that is true and beautiful and good.
Help them to see the gifts and talents
you have given them and to use them well.
Help them to grow in knowledge and wisdom.
Help them to be kind to others
and lead others be kind to them.
Give their teachers patience and understanding
and help them teach what is just and true.
Send your angels to guide and guard my children
and to keep them from all harm.
Open their young hearts to your presence
and enfold them in your peace and protection.
Hold them in the palm of your hand
and bring them home safely at day's end.
Amen.