Wednesday, November 20, 2024

In this sacred time with you, we empty ourselves of anger, jealousy, bitterness, evil, and judgemental attitudes. We are your vessels of love. Thank you for filling us with your joy and peace as we trust in you, so that we may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

We come into your presence singing your praises. You are here waiting for us to come and share how we are doing and what is going on in our lives. Thank you for delivering us from fears and anxieties. We are your blessed children.

In times of fear; we worship you.
In times of peace; we worship you.
In times of famine; we worship you.
In times of plenty; we worship you.
In times of planting; we worship you.
In times of harvest; we worship you.
In times of rest; we worship you.

You welcome us into your sacred prayer space, even venturing out to find us and draw us in. You prepare a place for all who hear and respond to your invitation. You prepare a banquet for us. You patiently and attentively listen as we tell you our journey even before we can pause to eat at your table.

God of comfort, another liturgical year is over. There is chaos and devastation all around us. We stop and become aware of our breathing. Your breath gives and sustains life. Praise to you, you keep your promises. Thank you for feeding us and giving us your Sabbath rest. We worship you.