Readings

Meditation

While I am not with you this Sunday, my thoughts are with you.

I am mindful this morning of those among us who hold the lives of the men
and women serving our country in their prayers, seeking the safe return of all
who have been deployed;

I am mindful this morning of those among us who hold the lives of the
civilian women and men and children of Iraq in their prayers, seeking their
safety amidst the conflict;

I am mindful this morning of those among us who are filled with emotions -
of sadness, of anger, of resolve, of doubt, of uncertain - which seem to
overwhelm them, as they seek a balance of spirit;

I am mindful this morning of those among us who feel disconnected, thorugh
their passionate understanding of either support or opposition, but who
would welcome inclusive arms to embrace them even in their differences;

I am mindful this morning of our duty as a congregation to hold, in thoughts
and prayers and hugs, all those who choose to walk with us along the path
of life, not only those with whom we agree but even moreso those with whom we
differ.

So, this is my prayer for the morning: that in our own community we find
the wisdom, the courage, the connection, the acceptance - ah, yes, the all-
encompassing love which is the essence and source of peace - that none be
afraid.

Amen and Blessed Be.

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