On this day, Lord, I welcome you into my heart.
I create a space within and acknowledge your presence at the core of my being.

As I go forth into this day
let me carry with me the joy of the resurrection.
May I embrace opportunities this day offers,
and venture into the unknown and into the new with a courageous heart.

In my coming and in my going, may I greet all as Christ.
Give me the vision to see the many ways Christ will be present to me.
Let me not pass him by, in stranger or in friend.
Let my words and actions today be ones directed to and inspired by Christ.

Lord, bless this day for me and for everyone,
May the God of new beginnings lead us forward.
May the God who abides within us be revealed in all who we meet this day.
May the God who walks with us, consoles and protects, soothe any concerns this day.

We offer this prayer through Christ our Lord

Amen