In language consciously echoing the much-loved Celtic tradition, here’s a prayer – taken from my forthcoming book, God of Here, There and Everywhere – asking that our words, our deeds, ourall may be sparked by the touch of God’s hand.
May your deeds be sparked by God
May your deeds be sparked by God,
reflecting his love and mercy.
May your words be used by God,
spreading hope and peace and joy.
May your hands be opened by God,
extended in love to the vulnerable and oppressed.
May your thoughts be filled by God,
focused on what is good and pure and kind and true.
May your feet be guided by God,
that you may walk in his way.
May your fears be conquered by God,
his strength made perfect in your weakness.
May your dreams be realised by God,
all things made possible through him.
May your prayers be heard by God,
your entreaties answered in full.
May all who you are,
everything you think and say and do,
be blessed by God,
constantly renewed
and daily transformed
through his awesome power
and unfailing love.
Amen.