Reflection

“The planet does not need more successful people. But it does desperately need more peacemakers, healers, restorers, storytellers, and lovers of every kind. . . . It needs people of moral courage willing to join the fight to make the world habitable and humane.” –David W. Orr

Prayer

Gracious Spirit,

Our culture invites us to adopt a narrow vision of success, driven by self-preservation, self-realization, and self-promotion. Yet these are the buzz words of a lonely existence, over-inflated with self-concern. As a ministry called to turn outward in service to others, help us keep our focus on what truly matters for the life and vitality of our communities, so that we may continue providing good help where it’s needed most. In pursuit of peace and healing, compassion and belonging, love and cooperation, we pray.  Amen.

Call to Action

Consider the way I typically define “success.” As needed, adjust my perspective to make more room for others and the concerns of my community.