(Based on the Prayer of St Francis of Assisi) O God, Make me an instrument of the Spirit; where there is bias, openness; where there is intransigence, reconciliation; where there is hesitancy, zeal; where there is judgment, compassion; where there is fear, peace; where there is selfishness, love. O God, Help me to confront prejudiceContinue reading “Use Me”
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Signature Move
A signature move is an essential act that awaits accompaniment. Jackson’s Moon Walk, a handshake, Churchill’s “V” sign, a high five, Fosbury’s Flop, a raised glass, Cesar’s thumb down, a standing ovation, Bernstein’s entreating wave, crossed fingers. Sometimes someone goes unrecognized despite wondrous works. Concealed by who people want to see, disguised by who theyContinue reading “Signature Move”
Be Happy (Psalm 96)
Sing a new song, sing to Our Lady, all the earth. Sing to God and give reverence, proclaim the good news every day in every way. She has made a covenant with us and bestows great blessings upon us. Happy are we in Her presence and, fierce with Her as a companion. The worldly worshipContinue reading “Be Happy (Psalm 96)”
Embracing Change
O God, I am tired and confused. Help me be still, Help me be quiet and listen, Help me not be overwhelmed by what must be done. Give me peace as I start anew. Help me rest assured in your presence, Help me say, “Yes, I can”, Help me trust you and myself. O God,Continue reading “Embracing Change”
Always in All Ways (Psalm 139)
My Lady, You are in my bones. You are with me always in all ways; You embrace me and hold me close. From the time I wake up until I go to sleep; You are my companion everyday in every way. Before a word is on my tongue, a thought inContinue reading “Always in All Ways (Psalm 139)”
Oasis
We start each day alone. Be aware and be attentive. Be aware that those who cross your path is the image and likeness. Be attentive and honor all and yield not to discouragement. The Spirit drove him forth into the desert.”[1] Prayer and fasting opens us This rite of passage tests – If we listen,Continue reading “Oasis”
Worthiness (Psalm 30)
My Lady, I give you praise lift me out of the depths and do not let my despair consume me. My God, I call to you for help heal me. My Mother, save me from ruination; do not abandon me. I sing with the rest of the wholly holy to ourContinue reading “Worthiness (Psalm 30)”
Alone Together
This new normal does not resemble normal at all, it is abnormal. We have been changed and the way is different Forced to be separate, I long to comingle. The stress of all alone, makes me treasure being together. I am not alone, and we are not together. A common threat, creates unique responses. MyContinue reading “Alone Together”
Yearn (Psalm 63)
O God, my Mother, my heart yearns for you; my soul desires you, my body longs for you, I am in a dry and dreary land where there is no water. I am still in your presence, though Embrace me and give me peace and equanimity. Your love is better than life, I sing inContinue reading “Yearn (Psalm 63)”
Don Kuhn
We met at the corner and Don said “let’s go this way” – on the labyrinth walk Don mastered measured response. Our paths crisscrossed often often when I reversed course – calm in adversity Don had been there and done that. In the labyrinth, the way is clear and undefined – a carefulContinue reading “Don Kuhn”
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