Author Archives: atwinfather

You describe your kingdom, O God, as a place that is so different from what we imagine.  Help us to create a world that mimics your kingdom that is exemplified by love compassion and welcome.  May we be forgiving as you are forgiving and empathetic as you call us. We imagine and desire a kingdom,Continue reading “Prayer for November 23, 2025”

Prayers for Challenging Times: Volume Two https://a.co/d/aAUQRff

Thank you for short retreats, Compassionate God.  Because life is so busy, to step away, even for 24 hours, and go someplace peaceful is an incredible gift.  May I be willing to take those times more often as they refresh me in ways that a simple day off (if there is such a thing) cannot. Continue reading “Prayer for November 22, 2025”

Today, O Lord, is my parent’s 50th anniversary and I am thankful for incredible parents they have been for my sisters and me.  It has been wonderful seeing them watch our children grow.  Be with them as they enter the twilight of their lives together and may their marriage be an example to all ofContinue reading “Prayer for November 21, 2025”

Help us to take the time to enjoy the opportunities that today gives us.  Let us be open to learning new things, and be aware of the chances to experience your creation in new ways.  Let us be ready to step out in faith to follow new paths that you present, O God, and helpContinue reading “Prayer for November 20, 2025”

Once again we find ourselves mid-week and wondering whether we are going to accomplish everything we intended to at the beginning of the week, O God.  Help us to do what we can and not be disappointed with the things we could not finish.  Let us celebrate the things that we are unable to measure. Continue reading “Prayer for November 19, 2025”

May I be willing, this and every day, to forgive.  Loving God, we interact with so many people every day and we often judge the character or intent of people before we even get to know them.  Help us to be charitable when we meet someone and think the best of what they are bringingContinue reading “Prayer for November 18, 2025”

Be with us today as we begin a week of anticipation.  For many of us, O God, this week is the last week before a long break for Thanksgiving.  It can be stressful because we are excited for what is ahead of us, and because we are tired from the reality that we have notContinue reading “Prayer for November 17, 2025”

There are many of us who are at the age where our parents are dealing with the realities of aging. We are hitting emergency moments, and the reality of our parents’ mortality.  Help us during those times to be the support our family needs, and to stand up to them when they need to haveContinue reading “Prayer for November 16, 2025”

Help us to celebrate the simple things in life, O God.  We spend so much time letting technology guide us that we have missed the beauty of the world around us.  May we set down our phones and other devices and witness the sunrise, hear the songs that are sung around us and enjoy theContinue reading “Prayer for November 15, 2025”