prayer of blessing
A minister who is a priest or deacon says the prayer of blessing with hands outstretched; a lay minister says the prayer with the hands joined.
All-powerful God,Creator of heaven and earth,in the rich depths of your wisdomyou have empowered us to produce great andbeautiful works.
Grant, we pray, that hose who use this vehiclemay travel safely, with carefor the safety of others.Whether they travel for business or pleasure,let them always find Christto be the companion of their journeywho lives and reigns with you for ever and ever.
℟. Amen 1
As circumstances suggest, the minister may sprinkle those present and the vehicle with holy water.
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