Blessed are you, O
God of all creation.
From the dawning of
life you have called me
by name.
From the waters of
my Baptism you set me
on the path to this day.
In your generosity you have brought me to this
time
when I am blessed to
journey with your children
as they come to share
in your mercy
and goodness.
Send the Holy Spirit to guide us on our way
in this time of preparation.
Help me to remember that it is through your
Son,
by the power of the
Holy Spirit,
that these children
will come to you. Amen.