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Golden Leaves
Golden Leaves
We see signs of summer's passing in golden leaves,
shortening days, misty mornings, autumn glow.
We sense its passing in rain that dampens,
winds that chill, Harvest's bounty placed on show.
Creator God, who brings forth
both green shoot and hoar frost,
sunrise and sunset,
we bring our thanks
for seeds that have grown,
harvests gathered,
storehouses filled,
mouths fed.
And, as your good earth rests
through winter's cold embrace,
we look forward to its re-awakening
when kissed by Spring's first touch.
- Author Unknown
A Prayer for the Beginning of the School Year
Blessed are you, Lord God,
Creator of body and mind and heart;
you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge
to guide your people in all their ways.
At the beginning of this new school year
we implore your mercy:
bless the students, teachers, and staff of Saint Sebastian School,
that together we may grow in faith, hope, and love
as we learn from you and each other
how to follow your Son Jesus.
Expand the horizons of our minds,
that we may grow in wisdom,
understanding, and knowledge;
deepen our commitment to seek the truth of your ways;
and enliven our faith to reach out to those in need.
Glory and praise to you, Lord God,
in the Church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever.
Amen!
Prayer taken from the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, Revised Edition
Commas Can Be Pretty Important!
Check out these comma catastrophes-
The Cannibal Grandma: The placement of a comma makes a big difference between inviting Grandma to a meal and considering her the meal: "Let's eat, Grandma!" vs. "Let's eat Grandma!".
The Oxford Comma Debate: A dedication stating, "I dedicate this book to my parents, Mark Twain and God," without an Oxford comma, humorously implies the author's parents are Mark Twain and God.
The Misplaced List: A simple comma changes the meaning between liking cooking and family and pets, versus liking to cook family and pets: "I like cooking, my family, and my pets," versus "I like cooking my family and my pets".
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