End Of School Year Prayer

Opening Prayer

Lord God, as we come together in this special place, awaken us to your presence, that we may be touched by your peace, sing your praise, and know your love; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.


Prayers At The End Of A School Year

Let us give thanks for the past year. For the things we have learned, for the fun we have had, for the skills we have gained, for the help we have had, and for the friends we have made, in thanksgiving let us pray to the Lord:
We pray to you our God.

Let us pray for people who have had a difficult year. For those who have been ill, for those who have been killed or injured, and for those who are unhappy or anxious, let us pray to the Lord:
We pray to you our God.

Let us pray for the world. For an end to terrorism, for peace where there is war, for healing where there is hurt, for food where there is hunger, for care for the environment, and for respect for all human life, let us pray to the Lord:
We pray to you our God.

Let us pray for those leaving school at the end of this year. For pupils, teachers, helpers; for their new schools, new friends, and new activities; and for their well-being, let us pray to the Lord:
We pray to you our God.

Let us pray for ourselves and for the future. For a happy holiday time, for safety for those who travel, for families and friends, for help and guidance in the new school year, and for continuing growth in faith and hope and love, let us pray to the Lord:
We pray to you our God.

Hear us, heavenly Father, as we offer our prayers to you – the prayers we have said, and the silent prayers of our hearts – through your Son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ.
Amen.


Blessing

May God give us light to guide us, courage to support us, and love to unite us; and the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always.
Amen.