Place an open bible at the center of your group. Have a votive light for each group member and one larger lighted candle.
LEADER: Each of us received a candle at baptism to symbolize our faith in Jesus Christ. I invite each of us to light a vigil light to symbolize our faith. Place it near the bible, and make a simple statement of your faith, such as, “Jesus promises us life with God.”
Allow time for each person to participate in this ritual.
LEADER: May the God of our Lord Jesus Christ give us a spirit of wisdom.
ALL: May God enlighten the eyes of our hearts.
LEADER: May we know the hope to which Jesus calls us and the inheritance of the saints.
ALL: May we know the immeasurable power of faith in the God who raised Jesus to new life.