Book Description

School Chapel Services and Prayers is based on the prayer book of St. Paul's Episcopal School in Concord, New Hampshire. In the spirit of St. Paul's inclusiveness of many traditions within its student body while maintaining its identity as a Christian school, this ecumenical trade edition offers a breadth of prayers and graces for all aspects of school and student life. CONTENTS School Services Opening Day Service End of School/Graduation Service Prayers for School Life (including prayers for parents and families; teachers; the start of a new term; scholarship and wisdom; truth and honesty; faith and hope; generosity and sacrifice) Prayers for Special Occasions (including Martin Luther King Day, Native American Week, Passover, St. Francis of Assisi, Earth Day, Dedication of Gifts to the School, Times of Tragedy, Prayers for Peace) Personal Prayers and Meditations (including prayers for studies, friends, examinations, sports, recovery from illness, times of disappointment, guidance, unity and peace) Additional Prayers (including table graces, blessings, and material for regular daily/weekly chapel services