God, I confess my idolatry: the illusion of independence. On this day I declare my dependence. I am free. I am capable, and responsible; but I am dependent. I am dependent on generations, on neighbours, on peoples I can’t know, in many lands, on nations and their peace, on the earth and its fruits, its […]
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Stitched — David Long-Higgins, USA
A prayer inspired by the Sacred Ally Quilt Ministry* Loving God, Stitch us anew Forming the fragments Of your human family Into something more Than the world sees As possible or probable. Let no story be scrapped As unimportant Or unworthy of notice All carrying something of you And your beloved unfolding. Let your Christ-presence […]
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