by Federated Church East Arlington | Jan 26, 2019 | prayers
Listening, truly listening, can be hard work that yields life changing results, Almighty One. With so much rancor and anger in the air, slow us and quiet us to listen – not to answer but to understand. May we also lean into you and be open to the ways we might...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jan 14, 2019 | prayers
So often we hear news that hurts our hearts and we are left feeling lost. Restore us, Most Holy One. May our vision be redirected from headlines and streams of words toward a place of rejuvenation. Turn us toward your light and love that we might make the work of...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jan 3, 2019 | prayers
In the blink of an eye, Almighty God, we find ourselves in a new year. We make letting go of the old and welcoming the new really hard. It is tough to let go of old insecurities, disappointments and disputes. It is hard work to welcome new ideas, new ways of doing...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Dec 18, 2018 | prayers
During this season of hope, peace, joy and love, slow us down, Almighty God. Let us be mindful of the simple moments of kindness and beauty. Nothing flashy or over-the-top just the acts that come naturally – slowing down to let another cross the street,...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Nov 29, 2018 | prayers
Peace comes in many forms, Loving God. Today it may be an early morning walk over a snow-covered path. Tomorrow it may be found in a late afternoon cup of tea as the sun sets, leaving a pink-streaked sky that disappears over the quiet hills. Next week it could be...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Nov 23, 2018 | prayers
We will unite tomorrow in lifting up our thanksgiving to you, Loving God. It is so rare for us to unite behind anything and yet gratitude is one value we may, even for just a day, embrace and offer together. May your presence be a felt part of our meals that will be...
