Reflection

“Experience is a hard teacher. She gives the test first and the lessons afterwards.” –Anonymous

Prayer

God over all,

Thanks to your goodness and love, even our trials and challenges can be transformed into opportunities for us, to grow in wisdom while growing closer to you. Help us to trust that, in all we experience, you are right there beside us, accompanying us and working in our favor so that somehow some good might come, even from situations we would never wish for ourselves. For those who are facing unique and painful challenges today, help us be the ones to accompany them and to extend your compassion to them in ways that bring a measure of peace. May we find meaningful and concrete ways to encourage them spiritually, so that they might face their experiences with patience and hope. Amen.

Call to Action

What is my attitude towards a challenging experience I’m facing? Take time to meditate on that situation and how I might open myself to a healthier way of responding.