Prayer of a Teacher

Thank you Lord,

      to teach my students everyday.

Bless my mind, O Lord, 

   that I maybe able to impart to them

      the wisdom that they need in this life.

Bless my eyes, O Lord,

   that I may be able to see you

      in each of one of them.

Bless my lips, O Lord,

   that I may be able to tell them the truth

      in everything to guide them in life.

Bless my heart, O Lord, 

   that I may love my students

      the way you love me.

Bless my hands, O Lord, 

   that I may teach them the skills needed

      to find intricate and rewarding job

          to support them in life.

Lastly, bless my whole being, O Lord,

   that I may be a living example

     of all the good things that teach them

                                              Amen.......