Reflection
“Joy is the spirit of God in time. It is the only taste of eternity that is freely given….Joy is the energy to carry on through dull days knowing that miracles can happen in the future because we have seen them in the past.” ~Joan Chittister

Prayer
God of joy,
Through the work we do with patients, families, and communities, joy can sometimes be difficult to experience because of the challenging journeys we walk with them. Illness and demanding situations are never easy, but through our interactions with each person, we often find joy together, even in the smallest moments. In the midst of struggles and challenges, help us to always seek out those moments of joy to carry us through. Amen.

Call to Action
In my interactions today with patients, families or those in my community, make it a point to stop and take notice of the joy that comes through our time together.