I read this prayer of blessing in a book titled 50 Great Prayers from the Iona Community (in Scotland), and want to pass it on, especially for the new fathers I know...
"As I cup my hand
around your head
little one,
may God hold you
and keep you.
As I rock you
in my arms
little one
may Christ shield you,
and encompass you.
As I bend to kiss your cheek
little one
may the Spirit bless you
and encourage you."
~ Kate McIlhagga
