Reflection

“The unthankful heart discovers no mercies. The thankful heart sweeps through the day and, just as a magnet finds iron, it will find in every hour some heavenly blessings.” –Oliver Wendell Holmes

Prayer

Merciful God,

As we strive to extend your compassionate healing to others in need, inspire us so that everything we do and say might flow from a grateful heart. For the work you have given and for the people you put in our path, may we embody thankfulness in ways that make us magnets of blessing. Not only for our own benefit, but for the benefit of all those around us. May we each play our part in revealing the mercies you have laced through our days together. In solidarity with patients and families and our wider communities, we pray. Amen.

Call to Action

As I go about my work today, let that idea of magnetism inspire me to new practices of gratitude. Like a magnet finds iron, let my grateful heart help me find the blessings around me today.