A new beginning

A priestly blessing, on this dawning year,

New beginnings rise, as the old disappears,

Resolutions made, to mend and to improve,

A chance to climb, to rise above.

We vow to change, to shed the weight we bear,

To exercise more, to breathe the cleaner air,

But pause and ask, what truly lies within,

A deeper quest, where faith can now begin.

To know the Word, to seek the Savior's face,

To linger long, in prayer's sacred space,

To mirror Christ, in every thought and deed,

To plant a seed, of love in hearts in need.

"Today's the start," the ancient wisdom rings,

Recommit now, to where your true heart sings,

With love and grace, forgive and understand,

In justice strive, with purpose close at hand.

A new beginning, with hearts open wide,

We step into Your grace, with You as our guide,

To be Your blessings, in every place we roam,

A beacon of Your love, to lead lost souls home.

A fresh horizon, where dreams take flight,

We'll walk in faith, and shine Your radiant light,

To spread Your kindness, with every breath we take,

A world transformed, for Your own holy sake.

Blessed by grace, a gift divine and true,

We're called to bless, in all we say and do,

Reflect the light, that shines from up above,

And share the wealth, of God's unending love.

Who needs a touch, a word of hope and cheer?

Who yearns for solace, in this passing year?

The lonely soul, the stranger in our path,

A gentle smile, to ease their aftermath.

Perhaps it's you, who needs a moment's pause,

To see your worth, beyond life's fleeting flaws,

To speak the truth, that God's embrace is near,

And whisper words, that banish doubt and fear.

To walk as Christ, in every step we take,

To serve with joy, for His own holy sake,

Embrace the call, to live with purpose bright,

And fill the world, with everlasting light.

A new beginning, with hearts open wide,

We step into Your grace, with You as our guide,

To be Your blessings, in every place we roam,

A beacon of Your love, to lead lost souls home.

A fresh horizon, where dreams take flight,

We'll walk in faith, and shine Your radiant light,

To spread Your kindness, with every breath we take,

A world transformed, for Your own holy sake.

Numbers 6 22 to 27

Creator God, in Your own image made,

We stand as vessels, in Your light arrayed,

To be Your hands, Your heart, Your voice so clear,

And spread Your love, to all both far and near.

We pledge anew, to serve with spirits bold,

To bless each soul, in stories yet untold,

To lift the fallen, and to heal the broken,

And speak of hope, in words sincerely spoken.

In coming year, may grace like rain descend,

Upon our hearts, that yearn for You, our friend,

Empower us, to live Your sacred will,

And let Your peace, our restless spirits fill.

Through every trial, may we stand secure,

In faith unwavering, and love that shall endure,

In Jesus' name, we humbly bow and pray,

To be Your light, in every passing day.

Amen.

A new beginning, with hearts open wide,

We step into Your grace, with You as our guide,