Prayer at the Beginning of a New Year

Kayah Sue

Gracious and Loving God,
the old year has passed and
a new year begun.





We thank you for Your active
presence in our busy lives,
for the opportunities given,
and for blessings received.
As we embrace a new year,
breathe freely through us
and renew our spirits
with fresh resolve and purpose.
Give us the grace to be good stewards
of all that You have entrusted to us
and to serve You with
generous, compassionate
and loving hearts.
Bless our days ahead.
Give us the courage to be faithful.
And show us how to
proclaim the Good News
of Your Son, Jesus Christ
who lives and reigns with You
and the holy Spirit,
One God
forever and ever... Amen.