O God, the protector of all who trust in you,
we commend into your hands our school
as all staff and students return after this lockdown.

May we know your presence as we journey into school,
your peace to reassure those who are anxious,
your joy as we are reunited with friends,
your hope guiding us for the future,
your comfort for those who have been bereaved,
and your strength to persevere when facing challenges and changes.
Gracious God, we are confident that your love and care for us will never change, may we reflect the same love and care to all in our community.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.