Our Parents

 

Dear God, you are our parent and creator,

The source of our being, the giver of these good gifts

Of consciousness and life, of song and sky. 

 

Dear God, forgive us for those times
When we have crossed the boundaries of conscience--

For the times we have abused your gifts,
When we have kept to our selfish breasts the talents

Which you have showered upon us.

 

Dear God, add your depth to our rich senses, and
Give us the strength to resist all that is base and ignoble.
With enriched senses,
May we truly taste and be nourished
By those wonders which you daily give us.

 

But most of all, dear God,
We ask that you lead us into a deeper
Understanding of your holy will for us, your creatures, and

Give us courage, strength, and voice
To know and do your will. 

 

For yours, dear God,
Are the power and the glory
Of the seasons, sky, light, and color

Forever and ever.

 

Amen.