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On this day in history, the 15th amendment to the Constitution was ratified.   Section 1. The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude. Section 2. The Congress shall have power to enforceContinue reading “Prayer for February 3, 2021”

Ever present God, while this month is the shortest month of the year, for so many it feels like the longest and greyest month.  It seems darker and without hope.  May we see in this month the glimpses of spring this year more than others as we need the hope that that light brings.  We are dealing withContinue reading “Prayer for February 1, 2021”

O God who gives us mentors, we are grateful for the many people you have put in our lives to guide us at the right times at the best time for them to be there for us.  They have been our teachers when we were young and our coaches who helped us become stronger and toContinue reading “Prayer for January 31, 2021”

Ever present God, may we find time this day to find rest.  Give us the benefit of what a nap and escape have to offer. May we do something for ourselves that helps us to release some of the anxiety and fear around us, and set down the many burdens we are carrying.  While we know thatContinue reading “Prayer for January 30, 2021”

Caring God, there are so many who are dealing with loss right now.  Too many of our family and friends are hurting.  Please bring them the support and love they need as they grieve.  Help those that care for them have the words and actions they need so that they can mourn those losses and find ways toContinue reading “Prayer for January 29, 2021”

In the calendar of Saints, we remember today Thomas Aquinas.  His impact on Christian thought, philosophy and science was great.  I am reminded of two quotes attributed to him. “We set forth our petitions before God, not in order to make known to Him our needs and desires, but rather so that we ourselves may realize thatContinue reading “Prayer for January 28, 2021”

There are many days in history that seem to have significant events happen.  This day marks some important events.  In 1825, the United States Congress approved the relocation of Eastern Indian tribes to what is now Oklahoma and the beginning of the “Trail of Tears.” In 1880 Thomas Edison patented the Incandescent Light Bulb and in 1888Continue reading “Prayer for January 27, 2021”

Compassionate God, there are so many people who are suffering right now.  Help me to respond to people’s needs with the gifts you have given me.  May I listen fully to people and give them the attention they deserve.  If I have the opportunity to make their day better, may I act upon that need.  Give me patience whenContinue reading “Prayer for January 26, 2021”

O Lord our God, may we use the gifts you have given us to do your will.  Help us to be good stewards.  May we respond to your call to serve when those opportunities present themselves today and every day.  Give us the discernment to recognize when you have put us in the position to be your presenceContinue reading “Prayer for January 25, 2021”

O Lord our God, We have incredible hope for what is ahead of us.  We are in the midst of a storm, and yet there is great opportunity for great things to happen.  Help us to see beyond the challenges of this time and find the amazing things that are happening right now.  Help us to join withContinue reading “Prayer for January 24, 2021”