Sabbath, A Day of Rest

Prayer Celebration Directions

OPENING SONG
Leader		We celebrate the Sabbath every Sunday. It is a day to rest and enjoy God’s gifts. We begin our prayer with the Sign of the Cross. Click here for a Sign of the Cross printout.
All		In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
READING (based on Genesis 1:31–2:4)
Leader		God created the heavens, the earth, and all living creatures. God looked at all of creation and saw that it was very good. On the seventh day, God rested. God blessed this day and made it holy. This is the story of God’s creation.
All		We thank you God, for making us.
Leader		We remember that God made the seventh day, the Sabbath, holy. We think of ways that we can make the Sabbath holy for our families. On the Sabbath, We will find things to do with our families.
All		Thank you, God, for giving us the Sabbath.
Leader		We will try to be with our parish community at Mass.
All		Thank you, God, for giving us the Sabbath.
Leader		We will take time to be quiet and to pray.
All		Thank you, God, for giving us the Sabbath.
Leader		We will have fun and be happy on this day.
All		Thank you, God, for giving us the Sabbath.
Leader		Be with us all week, Lord. Help us to take good care of your creation.
All		Amen.
CLOSING SONG