Prayer for the 2025 School Year 

As a new school year begins, let’s come together and pray for students, staff, educators, parents, and guardians. A new year brings a sense of hope, anticipation, and the promise of new beginnings. This is a time to reflect on the past, embrace the present, and look forward to the future with optimism. 

Lord, we ask that you surround students with peace as they begin a new year of classes. Give them a passion for learning new things and bless their hard work over the coming months. Surprise them with unexpected moments of joy. Guard their hearts against peer pressure and help them to be a light to those around them. Remind students that they are never alone, you are in every moment of their day. 

Thank you Lord for the staff and educators who invest in the future of our children. No matter how big or small their role is, we are grateful. Bless each person with creativity and discernment as they lead others. Help them not to feel alone. Protect them from feeling overwhelmed. May they sense your presence and your delight as they begin a new school year. 

As a season of change begins to happen, move in close, Heavenly Father. May parents and guardians joyfully entrust their children into your loving hands. Remind them that they don’t have to have all of the answers. Surround their family with a strong and loving community. Bless them with peace, patience, endurance, and wisdom as they watch their children navigate a new year.

Amen

Mel Scharvi

ILRE