The sun has set and the Vesper Lights flicker and glow
A day of ministry and pet care
A day of reflection and wonder
The beauty of your creation, Lord
A wonderful evening at our first Season of Peace Outdoor Service
Yet also a time of sadness
Mourning with dear friends
The loss of a precious four-legged family member
Hearts are sad and broken
Yet in the midst of it all
So much love given to a dear and precious puppy ❤️🐾
As they walk through the Valley of the Shadows
May your love and comfort be with them
Now as my eyelids grow heavy
I lift this humble prayer to you
Dona Nobis Pacem
Grant Us Peace
A wee prayer from the heart of your Padre…
A profound and powerful reflection from my my University classmate and co-laborer in the faith, Kris Totzke! Well said, Kris!
Where does one begin to tell about an experience that was profoundly moving, that has deeply angered me, and has left me with feelings of utter despair? I know I cannot remain silent, but how do you even attempt to tell the story?
Courts & Ports: The Stories
— Read on www.ntnl.org/courts-ports-the-stories/
Well said, Shirley!!
One of the perks of growing up on a fishing resort was having a swimming spot just down the bank from our house. There was a sandy beach and on hot summer days, I and my siblings often had a chance to cool off in the water. During the lean years on the resort my dad started raising hogs for extra income. The catch was, the pigs were right next to the swimming area. Only a fence going out in the water, separated the swimming pigs from the human swimmers.
— Read on shirleyhobsonduncanson.com/2019/09/04/swimming-with-the-pigs/
“Hildegard saw the whole world as wedded to divine Wisdom and this marriage symbolizes the mutual encounter of God and human together, working in harmony to bring about beauty in the world.”
— Christine Valters Paintner, PhD Creative Flourishing in the Heart of the Desert: A Self-Study Online Retreat with Hildegard of Bingen
Verse of the day
They are darkened in their understanding and separated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them due to the hardening of their hearts. – Ephesians 4:18 (NIV)
Voice of the day
It is certain, in any case, that ignorance, allied with power, is the most ferocious enemy justice can have. – James Baldwin
Prayer of the day
May we receive wisdom from the voices we often overlook, as they reveal our ignorance and challenge us to do better. Amen.
The sun has set and the Vesper Lights flicker and glow
A day of worship preparation
Time as well to walk with folks through difficult times
A time to walk this evening with Veterans and Widows
To walk with each other through the Valley of the Shadows
A time to read, reflect, and pray
Now as my eyelids grow heavy
I lift this humble prayer to you
Dona Nobis Pacem
Grant Us Peace
A wee prayer from the heart of your Padre…
The sun has set and the Vesper Lights flicker and glow
A busy day of worship preparation
A time to be with my sweetheart
A time to celebrate our Anniversary
A time to be in the wonder of your Creation, Lord
A time to enjoy wonderful music
A time to celebrate the spirit of all that is good in humanity
Thank you for the blessings of this day
Now as my eyelids grow heavy
I lift this humble prayer to you
Dona Nobis Pacem
Grant Us Peace
A wee prayer from the heart of your Padre…
Wisdom from Mama Owl ❤️❤️
The Discovery
One day, while sitting with a young couple in the cool, pristine hospital space reserved for those awaiting the outcome of a loved-one’s surgery, we decided to rearrange the furniture. It was an odd layout that could only be improved upon. Besides, it gave us something to do.
A highback sofa and matching chair had been wedged together at the far end of the room, several folding chairs were stacked in a corner, a low table covered with the requisite National Geographic and Car and Driver magazines sat, alone and inaccessible, under a window. We knew we could do better.
— Read on www.inklingscommunity.org/
Wise words from Ronnie!
An old Hasidic story describes a poor farmer who makes a long journey to market with his produce. The day proved longer than expected, and the farmer is forced to spend the night alongside the road as he makes his way home. As he sets up camp, the farmer realizes he has lost his prayer book. He is distressed, as he never went to bed without saying his prayers. So this is the prayer he made:
“Lord, I have been so foolish. I have lost my prayer book and my memory is so bad that I cannot recite a single, proper prayer without it. So, I’m going to say the alphabet slowly and let you – the Knower of All – put the words together as you think best.” When he finished, the Lord said to his angels, “Of all the prayers I have heard today, this was the best…
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The sun has set and the Vesper Lights flicker and glow
Where has the summer gone
Even thought the temps are still hot
Our herd is already gathering
Labor Day Weekend is busy and nuts
But time spent in worship and with my sweetheart make it worth it
There are needs in the world
Praying for those in the path of the hurricane
Praying for yet more victims of senseless gun violence
Praying for those who seek shelter and food this night
Now as my eyelids grow heavy
I lift this humble prayer to you
Dona Nobis Pacem
Grant Us Peace
A wee prayer from the heart of your Padre…
