Almighty God,

We know that the new year will bring times of laughter and tears.
There will be mountaintop moments of wonderful blessings
And times of doubt and sorrow in the deepest of valleys.
But Lord, we trust in your faithfulness.

We face the new year in confidence because we know you have us in the palm of your hand and you will not let us go.

Lord, because you are great, loving and gracious we dare to pray that the coming year may be one of:
Greater love,
Stronger peace,
Transforming hope,
And restoring forgiveness.

May the light of your presence bring change this year.

We face the new year in confidence because you are good, and your steadfast love lasts forever.

Amen

Prayer by Fred Drummond