Reflection

“At a time when the community is suffering, no one should say, ‘I will go home, eat, drink, and be at peace with myself.’” –The Talmud

Prayer

God of my neighbor,

In a culture reeling from what feels like one heartbreaking disaster to another, it is so tempting simply to shut our eyes and ears and lock our doors. How long, O Lord, must we struggle with even the most basic affirmations of dignity, respect, and belonging? Give us strength to not shut the door on others’ pain. Fill us instead with stamina and wholesome resilience, to continue expressing your heart of compassion within and for our communities. In solidarity, as one human family, so needy before you. Amen.

Call to Action

Test my heart today. Am I turning my back on the pains in my community? As needed, revive my sense of solidarity with those who are struggling and make a step towards healing together.