Elementary:

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Let us pray:

God,

Bless our schools and communities 

as places of friendship

as places of belonging

and as places of welcome

where everyone feels safe

where everyone has a place

where all are united in You, dear God.

As members of one family in Jesus we continue our day in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. 

High School: 

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

In Mark's gospel today, Jesus says that whoever does the will of my Father is my brother, sister and mother (Mark 3:31-35).

We need to reflect on what it means to be cooperative contributors to our communities. This means, that we are helpful in our homes, friendships, classrooms, teams, and with other groups working for worthy causes.

Let us pray:

God, your Gospel of Life calls us to work

in communion with one another

as we help build Your Kingdom.

Lord, help us to find meaning and dignity in the works we do.

Let us work to build Your Kingdom.

God, author of the Gospel of Life and Light,

you call us to respect the rights of all.

Let us work to build your Kingdom.

God of harmony and unity,

Who calls us to work together to build your kingdom.

Open our ears to hear your voice clearly

Open our eyes to see your beauty in all

Open our minds so our understanding

may break down walls of fear and prejudice.

Bless our schools and communities 

as places of friendship

as places of belonging

and as places of welcome

where everyone feels safe

where everyone has a place

where all are united in You, dear God.

As members of one family in Jesus we continue our day in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.