I have been blessed in recent weeks to take part in meaningful prayer, professional development and growth, and celebration of community with colleagues across the country. Today I share a few resources from some of those gatherings, along with appreciation for the simple things of daily life. My daughter’s wonder at the simple things, the rare, snow-capped mountains of Northern California off in the distance, sharing a great novel with my wife, playing guitar with my sons, and laughing at the office with co-workers….I am grateful. All in the midst of the health challenges of loved ones afar, climate chaos, and discord across many aspects of U.S. Society.
Balancing the juggling act of gratitude with awareness & empathy is a lifelong pursuit.
Blessings on your week ahead!
A Prayer of Welcome
Lord show us the way to deepen our faith in you and in our brothers and sisters.
Lord show us the way to transform our interior life and in doing so transform how we interact with the world around us.
Lord show us the way to peace in our hearts, our families, our communities and our world.
We know the transformative power of welcoming communities.
May we continue to be a community of welcome where your love is witnesses in our relationships with each other.
Lord show us the way to do more and to do better as we strive to serve you.
Michael J. Fox on Finding “Gratitude”
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Keeping the Faith 