Author Archives: atwinfather

Help us to comfort those who struggle during this time of year. While it is a time for most of us to celebrate, it is also a time that is challenging for many. Some are remembering someone they have lost, while others are feeling especially lonely during this time. May we be present to themContinue reading “Prayer for December 22, 2022”

Each day, O God, we can choose what kind of day it will be for us. Help us to recognize that it is much easier to start the day expecting it to be filled with blessings. May we continue to look for them when the day gets challenging. Help us to know that when weContinue reading “Prayer for December 21, 2022”

This time of year, O God, it is easy to focus on things over people. The desire for the next new thing can be overwhelming. Help us to be grateful for what we already have and expend energy and passion on those whom you have placed in our lives. May we care for those whoContinue reading “Prayer for December 20, 2022”

Loving God, we live in a very divided world. Help us to focus on those things upon which we can agree. Let us look for ways to lift up the needy and feed the hungry. We know that poverty exists and that we have the wherewithal to help them move out of poverty. We knowContinue reading “Prayer for December 19, 2022”

The example of adoption has been seen throughout scripture, O God of All Creation. We thank you for Joseph’s example having chosen Jesus (Emmanuel) as is son. Raising our Savior to understand what it means to be chosen as his beloved child. That example, Loving God, set the stage for all of us to beContinue reading “Prayer for December 18, 2022”

Today, O God, is a day filled with championships. In our family playing volleyball and soccer were passions, and watching football a way of life. As we watch the High School where Heather teaches play in the national football championship game in Las Vegas, the NCAA National Volleyball Championship game, and the World Cup finalContinue reading “Prayer for December 17, 2022”

May we be charitable today, Loving God. So often we shut down our compassion very quickly, especially when we see the veritable “beggar at the gate.” We look down so that we don’t have to look in their eyes, or come up with our own narrative for why they find themselves in the place theyContinue reading “Prayer for December 16, 2022”

May we work together to support those in need, especially in this time when so many are suffering.  We ask that we continue to look for ways to provide for the homeless through shelter and medical and mental health care.  May we be giving of our time, talent and treasure to programs that help theContinue reading “Prayer for December 15, 2022”

Thank you, O God, for the many gifts we have received. May we use our talents to grow our personal ministries. Help us to know how we live our lives each day is our chance to share your love with others. Let us know when we are uniquely placed to use our experiences, skills, andContinue reading “Prayer for December 14, 2022”

O God our Creator             May we celebrate the sunrise             Relish in the sounds of the new day             Enjoy the scents we encounter             Feel the warmth of the sun on our faces             Encounter all the world has to offer O God our Redeemer             May we be comforted by your forgivenessContinue reading “Prayer for December 13, 2022”