At the center of your group open a bible to Deuteronomy 6.2-6, Sunday’s first reading and part of Sunday’s gospel. Light a candle beside the bible. Pray together.
LEADER: Hear, O people of God —
ALL: The Holy One is our God.
LEADER: Hear, O people of God —
ALL: The Holy One is God and creator of all.
LEADER: Open our ears, Holy One, to the Word you spoke to our spiritual ancestors, the people of Israel —
ALL: And to the Word you speak to us today. Amen.