by Federated Church East Arlington | Sep 2, 2022 | prayers
Some days, Almighty One, it seems like there is more to pray for than there are hours in the day. People who are hurting or grieving. Wars and all of the pain and suffering they cause. Land, sea, and air that desperately need tending. Quiet our busy minds and be with...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Aug 29, 2022 | prayers
Most Holy One, who needs our welcome today? So many of your children feel alienated – distant from family, friends, community, you. Rather than thinking of hospitality as an act of grace once someone comes into our home or church, let us think of hospitality as...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Aug 12, 2022 | prayers
Creator God, what a difference a day makes! The cool air that is coming into the spaces that were so hot and stuffy just yesterday reminds us that change is always in the air. Help us recognize that change can be a good thing. Let us grow in wisdom and courage as we...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jul 29, 2022 | prayers
In this prime growing season, each day brings new growth, Most Holy One. Yesterday’s firmly closed daylily today greets us with its vivid petals split wide open. The tomato that is changing from orange to red promises juicy deliciousness to enjoy in the days to...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jul 20, 2022 | prayers
Holy One, while summer’s temperatures climb, grant us a measure of compassion and a dose of patience. May we find the caring response to those who are suffering most – the most vulnerable among us. We also lift up the future of our land, sea, and air as...
by Federated Church East Arlington | Jul 20, 2022 | prayers
Holy One, while summer’s temperatures climb, grant us a measure of compassion and a dose of patience. May we find the caring response to those who are suffering most – the most vulnerable among us. We also lift up the future of our land, sea, and air as...
