The first time I ran across Isaiah 42 verse 1 was when I was preparing my mother’s homegoing service in November of 2002. The words, “Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen, in whom my soul delights,” brought me some comfort and a bit of peace at the time. This morning, the more… Read More
Wednesday Prayer
Dear God, It is hump day. And these days – every day seems like we are facing hills to climb, sooo many humps to get over. It is exhausting. Sooo exhausting. Yet, You stand behind us to keep us from falling; You gently nudge us forward. You stand before us cheering us on; lovingly calling… Read More
Wednesday Prayer
Holy One, The Psalmist cries out “Protect me, O God, for in you I take refuge.” Protect our hearts as we work for justice and peace—that they not become hardened and bitter or so broken that we stop loving our neighbor, ourselves, and even You. Protect our minds as we take in all that is… Read More
Monday Prayer
Precious One Thank you!!! In and amongst all of the difficulties and traumas the anger and outrage the heart break and sorrow the incredulity that pervades our minds… There are moments of joy! Sheer joy and laughter Friends Loved ones Cherished moments we share Precious memories we make So that when we are in darkness… Read More
Friday Festival: Christmas Joy
With all the strains of the world, with all the stresses of extra Advent/Christmas church events & worship services & family get-togethers & present-shopping, with all the ghosts of past expectations & all the spirits of current nail-biting hopes, the proximity of Christmas dares to proclaim something radically different: JOY! JOY: “a whisper, a hint.… Read More
Narrative Lectionary: Joy Edition (Isaiah 55)
As I prepare for the Third Sunday of Advent, this Sunday of joy, I have to admit that I’m feeling like a killjoy. I have baked cookies, done a little crafting, and am taking a bit of vacation this week. All the while, I keep thinking I’ll get into the Christmas spirit, find my joy,… Read More
Monday Prayer
Hello there Precious Friend. It’s me… …again. I know you know what I am carrying And I know I can lean on you And, I hope, you are OK when I just give a little scream of frustration – internally / out loud Or use some expletives (cos, well – human you know) Or just… Read More
Revised Common Lectionary: Joy
What then did you go out to see? Someone dressed in soft robes? Someone reclining in comfort? Someone with an unending smile? What then did you expect to see when you went looking for joy? This coming Sunday’s Revised Common Lectionary readings combine to provide a picture of joy that — while familiar in the… Read More
