One of the Gospels for Easter Sunday is the story of the men on the road to Emmaus. During this Easter season, perhaps your family would like to read that story from Luke 24:13-35, followed by this prayer of thanksgiving for the journey that your family shares.

Leader: For the days of our past, our own history, which provide the baggage for our journey…

All: We thank you, Lord.

Leader: For those who love us and encourage us on our journey…

All: We thank you, Lord.

Leader: For the Eucharist – nourishment for our journey…

All: We thank you, Lord.

Leader: For hope for the future, which helps us to persevere on our journey…

All: We thank you, Lord.

Leader: For trust in the unknown beyond each new horizon along the way…

All: We thank you, Lord.

Leader: For the energy and encouragement we give to one another as we journey from day to day…

All: We thank you, Lord.

Leader: For our family, each to each a light for the journey…

All: We thank you, Lord.

Leader: Blessed are you, Lord our God. You fill our lives with love. You bless us with hope for tomorrow and joy for today. You give us faith in you and faith in one another, and we are very grateful.

All: Amen.