Loving Father, Nurturing Mother,

We ask your presence with us at this hour.

We celebrate today

our observance of New Life.

As we clear out the leavings of winter and

look ahead to the full growth of summer,

help us to focus on new opportunities.

Help us find a sprig of new growth

in our formation of ideas

and in our steps toward change.

Remind us to build on strong foundations

of love and wonder.

And be with us in our work,

which we do in your Honor.

Amen

Written to begin a meeting today March 20, First Day of Spring 2013