A Summer Prayer

Long warm days…

The pace of life slows…

A time for picnics and rest in the shade…

Lord, help me to rest awhile

in the cooling shade of your presence.

Slow down my restless heart and fill me

with gentle compassion for all your people. Amen.

- Author unknown

A Summer Blessing

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 words of praise

For the beauty of creation

Saying prayers of thanks

For friends and good times,

Asking God’s help

In all your decisions

Expressing sorrow

When you have failed

May you talk with God

Every day. Amen.

- Author unknown