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A Prayer for 2023

Posted on January 01, 2023 in: Reflections

A Prayer for 2023

Remember us, O God;
from age to age be our comforter.
You have given us the wonder of time,
blessings in days and nights,
seasons and years.

Bless your children at the turning of the year
and fill the months ahead with
the bright hope
that is ours in the coming of Christ.

You are our God, living and reigning,
forever and ever.

Amen

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