Friday, April 19, 2024

We gather behind closed doors, hoping you will draw near to us. Our eyes are tempted towards the threats, storms, and chaos that surround us. Though you draw near, we struggle to believe it is you. But you bring us hope, as you remind us of how you have been with us and our ancestors. Your stories restore us.

Everywhere we journey, you are here. Your blessings abound in the life around us. Cascade your blessings across this land and through us. Fill us, so your blessings will flow out of us. Turn our gratitude to generosity.

You know our thoughts and hearts. We harbour anger, hatred, jealousy, and selfishness. We worship other gods and participate in actions that break our connection to you. The law shows no mercy or compassion. We do not want to be under the law; we want to follow you. Thank you for pruning us, for removing the dead growth. Thank you Life Giving Spirit for gently caring and tending to us. So we can produce love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, faithfulness, and self control.

Life has returned to winterlands. Nests are filled, trees prepare to bloom, and warm winds blow through the fields. Life-giving Spirit breathes through and around all creation. All beings remember the feeling of her breath, and lean into her embrace and kisses as she passes by.