Author Archives: atwinfather

Thank you God for the people you have put in our lives that formed us into who we are today. Our parents who spent the challenging times of our youth when we tested the boundaries of right and wrong also lifted us when we fell and celebrated our successes. We are grateful for our teachersContinue reading “Prayer for November 19, 2021”

As we begin to get ready for seasons of family gatherings may we look with anticipation for the traditions that mean so much to us, Loving God. Help us to focus on what makes this season special and not be overwhelmed by the expectations we set for ourselves or anxiety that can make things stressful.Continue reading “Prayer for November 18, 2021”

Thank you God for bringing us to this new day. We know that there are many expectations we have of ourselves and others have for us today. Help us to accomplish what we can and still be present enough to know when we need to respond to those we meet today. May we serve thoseContinue reading “Prayer for November 17, 2021”

Perhaps the hardest thing is to watch someone we love in pain, Loving God. Please help them when they are struggling to somehow find your presence when they feel as if you are not there. May we be that essence of your spirit when they cannot see you. Help them to know that they areContinue reading “Prayer for November 16, 2021”

Today is a blank canvas, Loving God. May we paint it with expressions of joy and acts of service. Help us to make this day special for those whom we interact, letting them know just how much their presence in our lives is a blessing to us. If we are faced with challenges today, mayContinue reading “Prayer for November 15, 2021”

As we gather to worship today, Loving God, may we celebrate that we can gather. For so long, we have felt limited in our ability to come together in community. Help us to look around and see that we are not alone and that the chance to see others is an important part of whatContinue reading “Prayer for November 14, 2021”

This time of year, O God is one of the most fun for us sports fans. We find ourselves in the middle of the football (and in my house the volleyball season) while at the beginning of basketball season. Help us to celebrate when we see games and matches that show the beauty of competition.Continue reading “Prayer for November 13, 2021”

Sorry for the late post. My day got away from me. Thank you God for getting us to the end of another work week. Like most of them, they were filled with good and challenging events.  Allow us to release all of the stresses that any week provides and take the respite that we mayContinue reading “Prayer for November 12, 2021”

I, (state name of enlistee), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders ofContinue reading “Prayer for November 11, 2021”

For those of us who have served our country the camaraderie that the Marines have is an example of what it means to serve and be willing to sacrifice all. Semper Fidelis   Sacrificing God, who was willing to lose all to give us forgiveness may we celebrate those who are willing stand up toContinue reading “Prayer for November 10, 2021”