BLESS US, LORD

Lord, when you blessed little children,
you also blessed every adult,
for childhood is not in our past
but the pure state we carry with us,
still connected to you our Source.
And so, Lord, we ask you to bless us.
Bless the vision of the lovely heart
that sees the world as fresh and beautiful.
Bless the trust that neither judges nor condemns.
Bless the quick sense of awe and wonder
that opens us up wider than wide.
Bless the lack of fear that makes space for love.
Bless the lightness of foot, rhythm of dance
and music of every present moment.
Bless the laughter that rings in us like birdsong.
Bless our softness of touch and wetness of eye.
Above all, bless our childlike curiosity,
for it is our seeking that brings us full circle
to the joyous freedom of simplicity.
And in freedom, oh Lord, bless us
with sweetness of rest in you.

Joy Cowley, New Zealand

~ A poem selected by:
Lara Milford
Director of Children’s Ministry