A reading for a baptism service

Sacred Waters — Susan Brecht, USA

In the beginning the Spirit of God hovered over the waters. Sacred waters, a drop which rests on the palm of my hand a gift from God. Sacred waters, quenching parched lips, nourishing our bodies turning arid land into a garden of life, sustaining all its creatures. Sacred waters, nourishing our spirits, a blessing sprinkled […]

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On Children — Kahlil Gibran

While the reference to the Archer is masculine, it is easy to alter the text through omission and parallel word usage at the time of reading, informing the listeners of any changes. Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for itself. They come through you but not […]

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