Reflection “God is our refuge and our strength, an ever-present help in distress. Thus, we do not fear, though the earth be shaken and mountains quake into the depths of the sea.” ~Psalm 46:2-3 Prayer God of peace, In the midst of

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God of peace,

In the midst of chaos and confusion, you remain our steady refuge. When the world trembles with disaster, conflict, and division—even within our own homes—you invite us into the quiet shelter of your heart. There, fear fades and peace takes root. Remind us that your presence brings calm to every storm and purpose to every trial. Strengthen us to be vessels of your goodness, offering peace where there is unrest, and love where there is pain. For this we pray. Amen.

Reflection “The place to improve the world is first in one’s own heart and head and hands, and then work outward from there.” ~Robert M. Pirsig Prayer God of all, From the quiet stirrings of our hearts, you called us into service—

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God of all,

From the quiet stirrings of our hearts, you called us into service—to be your hands in a world longing for healing. That holy nudge led us to seek understanding, to prepare our minds for the sacred work ahead. And now, with hearts open, heads ready, and hands willing, we go forth each day to bring good help to those in need. Guide us to serve with compassion and humility, especially among the poor, the dying, and the underserved. In gratitude and grace, we pray. Amen.

Reflection “God made me fast. And when I run, I feel his pleasure.” —Eric Liddell Prayer Loving God, You are so gracious in blessing us with a myriad of gifts, talents, and skills, all of which can be put to the service of reflect

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Loving God,

You are so gracious in blessing us with a myriad of gifts, talents, and skills, all of which can be put to the service of reflecting your love and goodness. Help us to do so today. No matter what our role or function or tasks we’ve been given to do, help us feel delight in our efforts, doing it all to the best of our ability. May we encourage especially those who might feel downcast in their work today, lifting their spirits and reminding them of the greater purpose that unites us all. Amen.

Feast of All the Saints of Ireland

Feast of All the Saints of Ireland

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Holy God,

You call each of us to share your love and compassion in the ways that we can, with the gifts you have given, for the people you send us. Inspired by the great saints of Ireland, help us respond to your shared call to holiness by recommitting each day, to extend good help with charity, mercy, and cheerfulness. May all your saints pray for us as we carry the same mission forward, especially for the sake of the poor, dying, and underserved. Amen.

Reflection “I have long since come to believe that people never mean half of what they say, and that it is best to disregard their talk and judge only their actions.” —Dorothy Day Prayer God of truth, Our culture is filled with ha

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God of truth,

Our culture is filled with half-meant words and empty promises. Let it be different among us. May we embody your gospel in such a way that all those we encounter, and especially all those we serve, will know beyond doubt that we are people of integrity, who mean what we say and are doing our best to improve our shared well-being, as one human family. We’re not perfect and we often fall short but may the record of our actions speak for itself. For the life of the world, we pray. Amen.

Reflection “Anxiety is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but it doesn’t get you very far.” —Jodi Picoult Prayer Love in action, Today, as we renew our commitment to make your love visible for people in need, we

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Love in action,

Today, as we renew our commitment to make your love visible for people in need, we ask for your spirit of peace to quell the many forces that would otherwise distract us from staying the course and pursuing our mission with faithfulness. Deliver each of us from a spirit of fear and anxiety so we can feel energized by the good work we pursue, embodying hope with courage and compassion. For the good of our patients and families and wider communities, we pray. Amen.

Reflection “There is something so special in the early leaves drifting from the trees – as if we are all to be allowed a chance to peel, to refresh, to start again.”  —Ruth Ahmed Prayer Renewing Spirit, In the changing of th

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Renewing Spirit,

In the changing of the seasons, we witness your transforming love at work in creation. As creatures ourselves and made in your image, we invite you today to fill us with more of your goodness and love. Help us trust you to guide us through every new phase of the calling you’ve given for us. As people of conscience and as a healing community, may we be refreshed and renewed by your transforming love always at work among us. Amen.