Lately, I’ve been spending more time on my artwork, specifically my woodburning. I tend to give myself a tough time when allocating more time on this artwork instead of my writing. But after long days at the church, this type of creation feeds my soul as I feel as if I’m using another part of… Read More
Tuesday Prayer
As my body aches today, God, I pray for my neighbors who must work with fevers and stomach bugs, and friends who wonder how they will attain their paycheck since their children got sick. When will we value the cost of rest? Will we ever stand for the ones without healthcare? Even in my moments… Read More
Tuesday Prayer
God of the Smiles and Eye Rolls- Oh we’ve had “a day” Life seemed a bit off, And our bodies ached a little too much. Our to-do list was left unfinished, And the phone call we were to make… well… it wasn’t. The blog post was completed later than expected, And the visit must wait… Read More
Monday Prayer
Precious Holy, Holy moments holy words holy water holy blessing holy love holy parents holy child holy of holies bless our actions bless our words bless our journey bless our service bless us today and always amen Julie Rennick is a Church of Scotland minister serving in the “Central Belt” of Scotland. The baby… Read More
Tuesday Prayer
God of Greys and Brightness, In this post Christmas season, As the lights have been taken down And clouds have filtered in, The funk of January has permeated our souls. Whether the days are cold and dreary north of the Equator Or the days are arid and scorching to the south, Our balance seems off.… Read More
Tuesday Prayer
God of all Creation- As the world wobbled and rumbled this morning in Puerto Rico, We send our prayers and our love to the ones now seeing a shattered world. As electricity and water has ceased, We pray that they can find the resources they need. May their earthquakes end, And may their trauma heal.… Read More
The Pastoral Is Political: Praying for the Powers That Be
Last week, Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi was asked by a reporter the question “Do you hate the president?” Her response was passionate, knowing that her motivations had been misconstrued: “…as a Catholic, I resent your using the word ‘hate’ in a sentence that addresses me. I don’t hate anyone. I… Read More
Give to RevGalBlogPals!
Give to the RevGals fundraiser today and be entered into a drawing for lovely prizes you can see in this video, donated by RevGals Board President Julia Seymour and Executive Director Martha Spong. There are three ways we encourage you to give: Make a one-time gift through our Facebook fundraiser. Set up a recurring gift… Read More
Tuesday Prayer
God of Mystery- Where has this year gone? Why are the days fleeting by? As we reflect upon the moments behind us and the hours still remaining in this day, give us the strength to face our nighttimes and our winters. Let us enjoy the silence before the new day begins and the glow of… Read More
Tuesday Prayer
God of Questions and Answers- In the words of The Clash: “Should I stay or should I go now?” Should I drive on potentially icy roads or stay in my warm abode? Should I go out with friends or stay home to rest? Should I attend one more meeting that I really am not required… Read More
