Reflection “You can't rely on how you look to sustain you. What sustains us, what is fundamentally beautiful is compassion; for yourself and for those around you.” ~ Lupita Nyong’o Prayer God of Compassion, We are called to see b

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God of Compassion,

We are called to see beyond appearances and to live our lives each day with compassion for those in need. As one of our organizational values, we strive to show compassion to all those who walk into our facilities, those needing our help, and those who are wanting for a compassionate presence simply to accompany them through a challenging time. Guide us always to extend your loving compassion to our brothers and sisters, especially those who are poor, vulnerable and underserved. Amen.

Reflection “It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” ~ Queen Elizabeth II Prayer God of Change, We know that change doesn’t happen overnight. Rather, it is through small steps

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God of Change,

We know that change doesn’t happen overnight. Rather, it is through small steps in the right direction that we are able to put into action all that we have learned and practiced together. Giant leaps often led to missed steps that create greater problems down the road. As a ministry, help us to be faithful in the small thing, knowing that such devotion in the right direction will effect greater changes that will benefit our patients and communities. We ask this in your name. Amen.

“Never argue with a fool. Onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.” –Mark Twain Prayer God of Peace, We are suffering in our culture from a profound weakness that seems to have become habit. Skipping the hard work of real an

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God of Peace,

We are suffering in our culture from a profound weakness that seems to have become habit. Skipping the hard work of real and sincere dialogue, we often settle for childish behavior and foolish arguments. Forgive us and heal us, so that we might be inspired to work together for the renewal of civil discourse. Exhort our hearts and minds to listen carefully to those with whom we disagree. May we extend them the courtesy of believing they are doing their best to create a meaningful future; and may we all believe, once again, that it is worth creating that future together. By your grace we pray, Amen.

Reflection “There is always light. If only we're brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be it.” ~ Amanda Gorman Prayer God of Light, In your word you have taught us to let our light shine for all the world to see.

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God of Light,

In your word you have taught us to let our light shine for all the world to see. With so much happening in our world today, we are sometimes tempted to shy away from letting our light shine too brightly, perhaps because we’re afraid of the consequences. However, with your encouragement and love, we come to realize the goodness that our light does for those around us, and how ultimately it brings others to you. Help us to be light in our world by shining forth your love to all. Amen.

Reflection “Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” –James Clear Prayer God of integrity, We are people of conscience and conviction who strive to live out our values every day. The values we ho

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God of integrity,

We are people of conscience and conviction who strive to live out our values every day. The values we hold as a ministry give us a shared orientation and keep us focused on the way are serving our patients, families, and communities, even as we attend to so many details, policies and procedures along the way. Help us remember that, in our words and deeds and the ways we perform even seemingly menial tasks, we are being invited to become who we profess ourselves to be. In service to your mission, we pray. Amen.

Reflection “If we only listened with the same passion that we feel about being heard.” –Harriett Lerner Prayer Ever listening God, It is a comfort to know that your heart is ever turned our direction, and that we can always come t

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Ever listening God,

It is a comfort to know that your heart is ever turned our direction, and that we can always come to you with our hopes and fears, joys and worries, and you care for us. Inspire us to become more like you in the way we treat one another. May we put as much energy and devotion into listening to what others have to say as we put into expressing ourselves. As a ministry in service to others, let us be a healing and listening presence within our communities, especially for the sake of those whose voices are so often neglected or marginalized. Amen.

Reflection “The future of our fragile, beautiful planet home is in our hands. As God’s family, we are stewards of God’s creation. We can be wantonly irresponsible, or we can be caring and compassionate. God says, ‘I have set before you

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Compassionate Creator,

Our mission calls us to extend your compassion and to bring good help to the world we share and with others. As we strive to do so, show us how we can enjoy and extend more of the abundant life you came to share with us, especially in the way we care for creation. May we commit to “choose life” in our daily decisions, learning how to show your compassion to the environments we inhabit and depend upon. With gratitude and hope, we pray you would use us to restore this beautiful, fragile planet. Amen.