Blessing of Backpacks

As we approach a new school year, we want to help students, teachers, and workers get ready for it. So Sunday, Aug. 24 will be our Blessing of the Backpacks time in worship. All the bags and backpacks will be laid on the floor around the altar table, and in the middle of the service we will say prayers of blessing over them.
 
Students and learners of all ages are encouraged to bring their bags, notebooks, or laptops—elementary, high school, college, or professional. And all teachers are encouraged to bring their work bags as well—briefcases, satchels, whatever you use. We want to fill them all with blessings for a new year!