Lord, you set your face towards Jerusalem and walked alongside those who suffer.
Be our vision that we too may walk the way of the cross and extend a hand to those we meet.

God, we thank you for all the different lessons we learn in life.
Continue to teach us what we need to learn.
Continue to inspire us to keep learning.
Amen.

Help me to live simply,
to give my life and all that I am into your hands.
Help me to unclutter my closet,
for I have too much stuff
that takes me away from your presence.

As we step into this New Year
restore our spirits.
Renew our passion for learning
and nurture our compassion
for those in need.