"In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen."
"The people I have formed for myself will sing my praises."
(From the First Reading)
It means to tell of all the wonderful things that they are or do.
Why might God's people want to sing His praises?
Yes, because He is so wonderful and does so many wonderful things.
What are some of the wonderful things about God? (Possible answers: He is love; He is big; He is beautiful)
What are some of the wonderful things that God does for us? (Possible answers: He protects us; He gives us people who love us; He calls us by name; He gives us life)
How can we praise God for all of these wonderful things? (Tell Him about them; thank Him for them)
Let's spend a few moments telling God about all the reasons we think He is wonderful and thank Him for them.
(Allow any spontaneous prayers, perhaps leading by example. 3-6 year olds relate most naturally to God through prayers of praise and thanksgiving; 6+ will have started thinking about their needs and the needs of those around them in prayers of intercession. Some children may also just want quiet time to speak with God in their hearts.)
(Sing a simple hymn or chant if your children like singing. Or even if they don't ;) This can also be done at the beginning. )
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