Take a moment to listen
to the still small voice of God within the bustle of the day
which has begun. Find a quiet place where you can enjoy precious
moments of peace in God's presence. Sit quietly and listen
to the sounds of the world around you, both outside and in
the place where you are. Breathe slowly and rest in God's
presence......
This day is precious
created as it is
for each one of us
to fulfil our purpose
This day is precious
Treat it with care
Consider the challenge
of your calling; to be set aside for service,
to be the voice, hands and love of Christ in your neighbourhood
and workplace.
Listen if you have a minute to this Taize song
- In
manus tuas, Pater - and as you listen to the words and
music just empty your mind of the coming day's fears and concerns
Be encouraged by the words of the Psalmist
The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he
delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close
to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed
in spirit. A righteous man may have many troubles, but
the LORD delivers him from them all. (Psalm 34:17-19)
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And ponder the words of Samhthann, an early
Celtic Christian
"If God could be found on this side of the sea
we would indeed journey across. Since, however, God
is near to all who call upon him, we are under no obligation
to cross the sea. The kingdom of heaven can be reached
from every land."
Samhthann (?6c.) Celtic virgin
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Most High and glorious God,
enlighten the darkness of our hearts
and give us true faith,
a certain hope and a perfect love.
Give us a sense of the divine
and knowledge of yourself,
so that we may do everything
in fulfillment of your holy will;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Francis of Assisi (1182-1226)
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