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Traditions: The Pumpkin Prayer

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Every year, we say our pumpkin prayer as we carve a pumpkin in celebration of the wonder of fall.

It’s a tradition we all enjoy sharing together…

Cut off the top:  Lord, open my mind and fill me with Your wisdom and guidance.

Scoop out the yuckies:  Lord, take out all my fussies and frowns and fill me with your love.

  • Carve out the eyes:  Lord, open my eyes to see all of the beautiful things You have made.  
  • Carve out the nose:  Lord, help me to be a sweet, sweet fragrance for You.
  • Carve out the mouth:  Lord, help me always speak Your words of love and kindness.
  • Place in a candle:  Lord, let me be a light to others, for You have filled me with Your light.

[Download the pumpkin prayer booklet here.]

[Visit this video or these written instructions on how to fold a mini-book.]

Our tradition ended up including something a bit different this year.  Stephen calls this his “Cathedral-Lantern” shining the light of God’s love to others.

And I’m left thinking, “Have we happened upon a new tradition in our home?”

To download free templates and stencils visit:

  • HGTV Beginner  Pumpkin-Carving Templates
  • Links to over 250 Pumpkin-Carving Templates

You may also be interested in the Thanksgiving Tree Tradition…


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By Brandy Ferrell October 23, 2013 Leave a Comment Tagged With: CELEBRATING HOLIDAYS, EARLY ELEMENTARY, ELEMENTARY, TRADITIONS, Update Script with Books

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