Days 1-5: Foundations of Government
The Mission Statement of the Constitution
Reading: The Preamble to the U.S. Constitution
"We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America."
View at the U.S. Congress Annotated Constitution:
https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/preamble/
Prompt(s):
Which phrase in the Preamble speaks most directly to your hopes or concerns about the United States today? Why?
What do you believe a "more perfect union" should look like—and who should help shape it?
The Preamble introduces the guiding purpose and values of the Constitution—justice, peace, defense, welfare, and liberty for future generations.
Daily Reflection
This is your space for reflection.
Each day, you’re invited to pause and respond to the prompts in whatever way feels honest for you.
You can share as much or as little as you like. If you’d like a copy of your reflection, there’s an option to have it sent to your email.
There’s no right answer — just a chance to practice awareness, curiosity, and care as you move through the text.
Start where you are. Keep going as you’re able. Let it mean something to you.