Author Archives: atwinfather

On this day in 1947 Howard Hughes flew the Spruce Goose for its one and only flight of about one mile.   O God who created us with the ability to dream and imagine amazing possibilities, may we we continue to look to what is next with excitement and wonder. May we celebrate innovations thatContinue reading “Prayer for November 2, 2021”

As we celebrate All Saints Day, I thank God for all who have been saints in my life. I have been blessed in my life to have many people who have not only made my ministry better, they formed me into a better person. Some of them have gone to be with God in Heaven.Continue reading “Prayer for November 1, 2021”

On the day we prepare to remember all those who have been the saints in our lives, O God, we also enjoy the imagination of our children. May we see the example of giving what we have to those who come to our door as encouragement to do it more than one day a year.Continue reading “Prayer for October 31, 2021”

Be with us this day as we enjoy the beauty that is fall. May we celebrate the outbreak of color, the chance to wear sweaters and the feeling of crispness after a beautifully warm summer. Let us look with wonder at your creation and be grateful for all that you have given us Creating God.Continue reading “Prayer for October 30, 2021”

Healing God, there are so many people who are suffering right now. Many are afraid and anxious, simply wanting to be comforted. We still have so many that are dealing with illness, whether it is the pandemic, or the myriad other conditions that are always with us. Be with those who are ill and thoseContinue reading “Prayer for October 29, 2021”

May this day be a joyous day filled with opportunities to see the wonders of your creation, O God. Let us begin it with anticipation of good things happening. As we are faced with challenges, may we not be overwhelmed or respond in anger. Give us the patience when we need it and the empathyContinue reading “Prayer for October 28, 2021”

We have reached what for many is the middle of the week, Loving God. Be with us as we challenge ourselves to complete the projects and goals we have set for ourselves this week. May we be present to one another and find ways to help each other. Give us an awareness of the waysContinue reading “Prayer for October 27, 2021”

Today O God, I have no plans or expectations. Let me live into this day of unknown outcomes with your Holy Spirit guiding me. May I be ready for what you have put before me and respond in the love that you have given me. May I be open to the many opportunities that youContinue reading “Prayer for October 26, 2021”

We are once again on a downward trend in the number of new cases of the coronavirus, Lord God. May we continue to be safe in our actions. Let the work that we have done to eradicate this virus continue so that we can give those healthcare workers who have been overwhelmed the sabbatical fromContinue reading “Prayer for October 25, 2021”

Ever-present God, help us to feel your presence during challenging times. May we recognize that we are never alone and that you place people along our path for a reason. Help us to never lose sight of your love for us as we climb out of the valleys of this life and to be thankfulContinue reading “Prayer for October 24, 2021”