O Lord Jesus Christ, Who said to Your apostles: "Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you," regard not my sins but the faith of Your Church, and please give her peace and unity according to Your Will: Who live and reign, God, world without end. Amen.

In addition to January 1st being the Solemnity of Mary and the start of a New Year, it is also World Day of Peace. Students in fifth grade will be writing and reflecting this month on what it means to be a peacemaker, and how they can be a peacemaker in their families, school, and communities.