by Federated Church East Arlington | Jun 30, 2021 | prayers
Midweek Prayer So much heat, Gracious God. We seek a gentle breeze, a bit of shade, a cool drink. Our bodies remind us that small things bring a measure of relief. May we, too, through small acts of kindness, show love to those we will encounter today. It could be...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jun 23, 2021 | prayers
Like a cool summer breeze after the heat, we lean into you, Most Holy One. May the slower pace of this season allow us to reflect on your movement through our lives. When the lawn mowers have grown quiet and the crickets are the night’s accompaniment, let us...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jun 16, 2021 | prayers
So much to celebrate during these late spring/almost summer days, Almighty One. The birds singing their hearts out, peonies bursting with beauty and sweet perfume, fireflies lighting up the night. And here in our little corner of the world, relief mixed with joy at...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jun 12, 2021 | prayers
In this season of graduations, we recognize transitions and movement, Holy One. For some it is about moving from one level of school to another while some of your children will now venture into the world to hopefully put their energies into work that uses their gifts...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jun 2, 2021 | prayers
Most Holy One, hunger is a universal condition. Some hunger for the food needed to sustain their bodies. Others hunger for justice in the face of oppression. Then some hunger for safety or security. There are those who hunger for an acknowledgement of their humanity...
by Federated Church East Arlington | May 28, 2021 | prayers
Memories are powerful, Almighty God. Some can transport us back decades, set off by something as simple as the smell of roses or a particular shade of blue. Others feel so vivid that we forget where we are. There are those that have us giggling to ourselves or...
