Loving God, I pray for people who are not normative in relationship status, those who are...
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Seven Layer Peace Prayer 1. May there be peace on our planet. May every creature on every...
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Jesus, We really need You right now. Help us to open our ears to Your words, help us to...
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God, we intercede for those whose lives have been shattered by violence. For those grieving...
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Cheerful Spirit,Your joy and mercies are new every morning. May this reminder be a peaceful...
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Dear God,I woke up cranky again today. It's so easy to be this way lately.But the breeze was...
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Multilateralism and Mutual Accountability
Years ago, I served as the pastor of a new church start. Although small in number, members of...
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Holy One... There are never enough words to say what is heavy on us. So, maybe we should...
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Good morning Lord, Thank you for another opportunity to love, cherish and nurture my...
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Holy Parent, Grieve with us at the lives taken violently. Mourn with us the...
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The Invisible Price of War
Content warning: This piece contains mentions of rape and suicide. Please prioritize your...
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Gambling Problems
“And they crucified him, and divided his clothes among them, casting lots to decide what...
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The Confessions of a Recovering Cynic
I am a recovering cynic. Perhaps I will always be one, but I am making progress—one day at a...
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Prayers of support for victims of political violence and their families.Prayers that we...
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Bring us back from the edge, O Lord, the edge where our humanity frays. Draw us closer to your...
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Porch Talks: Sacred Space for Community Thriving
I grew up in Hyde Park near the University of Chicago. During walks in the neighborhood, I...
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A Faithful Assignment
Has it happened to you yet? Maybe it happened this morning. That feeling of overwhelm with a...
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God of many names, and of ones yet to be discovered,I ask you for peace, I ask you for love, I...
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Holy Living Word,As the world closes in on my spirit, and I feel helpless and hopeless, remind...
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Creator of the universe and of all things,With our hearts filled with gratitude and joy for...
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