| Confucius said that the word "bless" means "to help." When we "bless" an object we are asking the Divine to let it be a help to us and to others and for God to use it for goodness. Take the keys to your vehicle, or touch your surfboard, your bus pass, any other symbol of your means of transportation and recite, with sincerity the prayer to the left of this screen, or similar words of your own composition:
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Blessing:
"Grant me O Lord a steady hand and watchful eye.
That no one shall be hurt as I pass by. You gave life, I pray no act of mine may take away
or mar that gift of yours.
Shelter those, dear Lord, who bear me company,
From the evils of fire and all calamity.
Teach me to use my car for others' need;
Nor miss through love of undue speed
the beauty of the world; that thus I may
with joy and courtesy go on my way.
St. Christopher, holy patron of travellers,
protect me and lead me safely to my destiny. Almighty and ever-living God, graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us. Almighty and ever-living God, graciously pour out Your Spirit upon us. Let our hearts be filled with that true love which enabled Saint Christopher to carry your innocence across raging waters. May I know that you, God, are all powerful, all knowing, always active, and always present with me. In the name of my friend Jesus, I pray this and I really mean it and I express my thanks right now and in advance. Amen, and amen and amen."
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