Saturday, January 31, 2009

A Blessing Prayer


My twin brother died 31 years ago yesterday. I dedicate this prayer to John...


What is a blessing
but a rain of grace
falling generously upon those who are in need;
And who among us is without need?

May this day be a pathway strewn with blessings.

May your work this day be your love made visible.

May you breathe upon the wounds of those you live and work with.

May your breath be the breath of God.

May your own wounds feel the breath of God.

May you honor the flame of love that burns inside you.

May your voice this day be a voice of encouragement.

May your life be an answer to someone’s prayer.

May you own a grateful heart.

May you have enough joy to give you hope,
enough pain to make you wise.

May there be no room in your heart for hatred.

May you be free from violent thoughts.

When you look into the window of your soul
may you see the face of God.

May the lamp of your life shine kindly upon all who cross your path.

May you be a good memory in someone’s life today.

@ Macrina Wiederkehr
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