Reflection

Holy Spirit working among us

 fill us with gratitude for education 

and with appreciation of those in the teaching ministry 

who empower our communities. 

Calm us in this time of pandemic

 to be supportive of children, 

young people and teachers negotiating the new realities of this time. 

Strengthen the commitment of governments, churches and institutions 

to the goal of universal education in our world. 

Encourage us to take advantage 

of opportunities for learning through all our lives. 

And bless us with critical minds, 

grateful hearts and willing hands to do our bit. 

We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the way, the truth and the life. Amen