Response from table: “Jesus, we thank you.” Or “Amen.” 3. PRAYER OF BLESSING AND AFFIRMATION Scripture (read out loud): “And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen” (Matt.6:13 ESV) ACTION: The host prays a blessing over family (or friends, if they are open for it and allow you to do so). As the host / head of the household, go from person to person, lay hands on your spouse / child / guest and pray a prayer of blessing over them. Thank God in turn for each of them and for the unique way each person is made in the image of God. Prayer of blessing from table: (Spouse / family members place(s) hands on the head of household / host and pray aloud. This can be done in a family setting as well as with friends. The wife can start, thanking God for her husband / the host. Children / friends can join in by speaking a blessing over the head of the household / host of the dinner.) Prayer of blessing of the host / father to close the communion part: The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. [=shalom] (Numbers 6:24-26 ESV)
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