Maker of the heavens,
Lift our eyes to you.

Maker of the earth,
ground us in your love. 

Maker of us all,
take us, shape us, soften our hearts.
We place this time together into your hands.

Originally written for Year C, 13th Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 18

Photo:  Sunset in Hwange Game Reserve, Zimbabwe, by Ana Gobledale