Author Archives: atwinfather

May we find peace today and not feel rushed or overwhelmed O God. Let us be open to the opportunities that will be presented to us today. May we be willing to try new things and ways to accomplish our goal and realize that there may be more than one right answer for the challengesContinue reading “Prayer for December 2, 2022”

Thank you God for making us inquisitive. We have learned so much about your creation by how we experiment, learn from failures and build upon our successes. As we celebrate the beginning of a new initiative at Saint Marks Episcopal Church and School to build a new Center for Science. May we build upon theContinue reading “Prayer for December 1, 2022”

While our lives often feel repetitious, O God, may we realize that each day is unique just as we are also. May we use the many gifts and experiences we have to make this day special for those we encounter and for ourselves as well. Let us see the beauty that only this day willContinue reading “Prayer for November 30, 2022”

May we be ready, Loving Christ, for the day that is ahead of us. If we meet challenges may we face them with confidence and passion. Let us give our all to the work we are attempting to accomplish and be fully present to those we encounter. Let us be supportive of others and showContinue reading “Prayer for November 29, 2022”

The first day after a long weekend is often challenging, O God. May we feel your calming presence as we deal with whatever comes our way today. Let us not be overwhelmed by the to do list that has grown while we were away. Help us to be fully present to those around us todayContinue reading “Prayer for November 28, 2022”

As family starts to trickle back to their homes, I am grateful O God, for the fact that we can gather and celebrate with one another. The past few years have taught us to cherish the moments we have with those we love. May they travel home safely and know that they are loved deeply.Continue reading “Prayer for November 26, 2022”

May we be nice today, O God. So often on the day after Thanksgiving we see people being incredibly selfish and angry. May we hold on a little longer to the joy and camaraderie we felt yesterday and be mannerly with the people with whom we interact. Be with those people who are working inContinue reading “Prayer for November 25, 2022”

May we be Thankful this day, O God of All Creation, for what we have been given. Help us to treat our guests, and those who are new to us as chosen family, for we never know when we are entertaining angels. May the joy and wonder we felt as children permeate our lives soContinue reading “Prayer for November 24, 2022”

There are too many people, Compassionate God, who will not be celebrating Thanksgiving with family and friends this year due to gun violence that could have been prevented. Help us to find ways to give the mental health care needs to those who are so sick that perpetuating those acts seems their only option. MayContinue reading “Prayer for November 13, 2022”

Thank you God, for rainy days. May we take the time to simply listen to the rain fall and enjoy the clean scent that comes with it. Allow us to close our eyes and relish in the wonder of life that surrounds us. May we look to the opportunities that come when our plans areContinue reading “Prayer for November 22, 2023”