Because all life is precious; because love is good; because surely the presence of goodness is in this place, we ask a blessing for the people. May our bodies be well, may our spirits be wide, may our words be clear and confident. Bless us as we withstand obstacles with and for one another across our many differences.
Bless the people who gather, divine breath. Bless our families, whether we have one partner, or many. Bless us who are searching for a significant other or others, bless our search, and bless us who are single and content. Bless our children, and bless our childless homes and families. Bless the creatures who are a part of our lives and spirits, who share our home, and who have a share of our love.
Fill the gaps between us, breath of heaven, and hold us together in this blessing. Bless our sacred objects. May they be illustrations of the divine that resides in us and reminders of our abundance in community.
Give us assurance as we turn our faces toward injustice and do not look away. Walk with us who lay down our cloaks and palms upon the level path. Bless our humble mounts and our stubborn passion. Hear our crying out -- in praise, in pain -- and please do not forsake us as we risk, and lose, and become last of all and servant of all.
Continue to protect and sustain us with this love and blessing, now and always. Amen.
