Reflection

“Without courage we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency. We can’t be kind, true, merciful, generous, or honest.” ~ Maya Angelou

Prayer

God of courage,
It is easy to be afraid in a world filled with so many challenges. We are reminded daily of the needs of so many, the need for employment, the need for health and well-being, the need for racial justice, the need for environmental justice. Fill us with your courage, that in the face of so many challenges we may not surrender to fear but rather rise to meet the challenges of our day with compassion and humility. We pray in your name. Amen. 

Call to Action

What can I do to prevent being overwhelmed by the many challenges we face so that I might contribute to the betterment of the lives of others?