Reflection

“We should live our lives as though Christ was coming this afternoon.” –Jimmy Carter

Prayer

God of today,

We are sometimes guilty of taking your gifts for granted, especially the gift of time. Help us to adopt a greater sense of urgency as we actively extend your ministry of compassion, in the here and now. Release us from some of the burden that comes from worrying about tomorrow. Instead make us free to engage today’s suffering and the injustice we see with our very best efforts, knowing we have the promise of your accompaniment. For the sake of those who are most vulnerable among us, we pray for renewed urgency and collaboration. Amen.

Call to Action

Renew my sense of urgency about the mission I’ve been called to fulfill—today.