In the name of the God who knows me down to the depths of my heart, soul, mind and strength – amen. Read More
RCL – What is a good shepherd?
Proper 11, Year B It isn’t Good Shepherd Sunday, and yet it sort of feels that way upon reflection of the readings appointed for Sunday, July 18. All of our readings resound with flock language and shepherd imagery, hopefully causing us to pause and wonder what makes a healthy flock and effective shepherds? They also… Read More
Friday prayer: your healing presence
Lord, I want to be made well. I want to be healed of my perfectionism my desire to control my internalized prejudices my distrust of those who see things differently my utter exhaustion my anger about petty matters my tendency to withdraw my long-held grudges. I reach for the hem of your garment, and there… Read More
Friday Prayer: life’s a bowl of grits
Holy One, Sometimes, life’s hard. There’s more questions than answers, More tears than smiles. The tragedies outweigh the successes. And then… Comfort comes In a hug Or a smile Or a heartfelt prayer… Or a bowl of grits. And the warmth of your love Nestles in. I’m enveloped. I’ll try again To walk this uncertain,… Read More
Thursday Prayer: Encouragement
We thank you, O God, for encouragement: for friends who strengthen our hearts by showing up to cheer us on, for friends who send gifs and thumbs up who wish us well. We thank you that this encouragement builds us up, makes us braver, makes us stronger, draws us on. We thank you and praise… Read More
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