Knowledge

Light

Light

Prayer

God of light and goodness, today, we join in prayer in a special way with our Jewish sisters and brothers as they begin at sunset this evening the Feast of Chanukah. Chanukah celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, of good over evil, of knowledge over ignorance, and of hope over despair. May this eight-day festival of light inspire each of us to become instruments of God in helping to overcome darkness, evil, ignorance, and despair. Bless our efforts, as individuals, as communities, and as a ministry, to advance the cause of light, goodness, knowledge, and hope. With unshakeable trust in you, we pray. Amen.

Service

Service

Prayer

God of generosity and goodness, your Son Jesus came not to be served but to serve. Inspire us by the example of Jesus to lead lives of faithful service to others. Move us to dedicate each day to serving our co-workers, our clients, our communities, our friends, our families, and especially people who are poor, sick, and vulnerable. Open our minds to the knowledge that our purpose on earth is to live in service to others. We pray this in the name of your Son Jesus. Amen.