The moments may be brief, but they exist. In community. In prayers. In phone calls and letters. In wisdom. In pockets of peace. Our prayers shift things. Our presence shifts things. When it would be easier to stay with our noses pointed down at our … [Read more...]

O Lord, I hear Your call. You blessed me with the ability to serve. I shall not wallow in my petty desires. I will take stock of all I have to give and find the right ways to spread Your message of loving-kindness. … [Read more...]

Oh God, I offer to you the work of this day. Enlighten me to know how best to serve. Help me to hear the cries of others and respond. Give me the words to comfort and inspire hope. Help me to be kind in all circumstances. Allow me to be a vessel of … [Read more...]

I am willing to rise above all circumstances in order to accept my part in healing the world by living with integrity, love, honor, compassion, and goodness. All praise to You, Holy Father, who guides the way. … [Read more...]

Dear God, I make a commitment to You to use my words in truth and kindness, to stop the flow of gossip and innuendo, and to distance myself from others' negative speech. I will do all this with gentle gestures. I will do all this to honor You. … [Read more...]

I have these spare moments of time to reflect on the marvel of my Maker—the glory of having You in my life, always with me, never forsaken. How magnificent that You made the sun rise this morning, and I am here to spend another day walking in Your … [Read more...]

Empower me. I go through the motions, and I miss the miracles. Teach me to live with intention. Remind me to live in the moment. All praise goes to You, almighty God, who stays my restless spirit. … [Read more...]

This week has been a gift. Today, I tie the ribbon—wrapping up work, looking forward to rest. Thank You for the thousand ways You have lent a hand to me. Through every meeting and every interaction, through every dirty face and unwashed dish, You … [Read more...]