A Prayer For Playing Together

Spirit, ignite in us the gift of creativity.

Let us enter into the mess-making,

For in the markers and paints and paper scraps,

We experience You in new ways.

Spirit, spark in us the gift of adventure.

Let us enter into the exploration of new kingdoms,

For in the slaying of dragons and the meeting of fairies,

We see Your wonder.

Spirit, breathe in us the gift of imagination.

Let us enter into the building of sacred spaces,

For in the blanket forts and secret passages,

We feel Your shelter.

Spirit, illuminate in us the gift of expression.

Let us enter into the song and dance of our youth,

For in the symphonies of childhood,

We hear Your glory.

In Your wonder, in Your shelter, in Your glory,

O God,

Help us to prioritize the good gifts

Of creativity,

Adventure,

Imagination,

And expression.

As we play with our children,

Be present with us, O God.

As we make memories and forge bonds

With our sons and daughters,

Who won’t be young forever,

We thank You for the deep joy

Of replacing grown-up schedules

With the simple magic of

Childhood.

2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 2:10

A Prayer for Playing Together