Raising the Bar in 2026
This past year I continually heard myself repeating the same phrase: “My bar is really...
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O Holy New Year
As we move into another new year, I find myself with an ear worm of lyrics from O Holy Night,...
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I pray for the bruised reedAnd the dimly burning wick,Including those who don’t realize...
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We pray for the conversion of our anxiety to hope. -Brian Derton, St. Louis,...
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Holy One, How long will we exploit those we depend on for healthcare, education, skilled...
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Gracious God, I'll no longer use the word 'please' when I pray. I'll no longer beg for favors,...
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Resisting the Temptation of Numbness
2025 was a long year. For many of us, looking back over the past months repeatedly prompts the...
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When everywhere we look we see injustice and suffering, God let there be peace.When everywhere...
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Most gracious God, thank you for breath, life, and the ability to hear from you as our Still...
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God of many names, How awesome is your creativity, Creator of me who is creator of...
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Holy God, Amid our uncertainties--the mysteries of life, death, and life beyond death--we...
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Holy One, you are the source of love. I pray for those who tend to use violence. Individuals...
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Celebrating Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
In the beautiful diversity of humankind, we are invited to celebrate diversity, equity,...
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The Gifts of Advent
One of my favorite seasons of the year is Advent, which often falls on the first Sunday after...
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Land, Artifacts, and Ancestors Back
Imagine one of your great grandparents toiled over a hand-written, illustrated copy of the...
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Courage Is Contagious
“But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also…” (Matthew...
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Immigration Agents Are Terrorizing Our Cities—Faith Communities Are Pushing Back
As I gathered with faith leaders alongside Clergy Laity United for Economic Justice at a rally...
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Dear God, We thank You for choosing us to be in You before the creation of the world.We...
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Feeding America
In today’s volatile political climate, most people have picked a clear side. A person is...
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God of love and justice,Stand with those whose tables are empty.Move through the hands that...
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