Prayer 2793: The Turning of the Year (in Memory of Ruth Bader Ginsberg)

We praise You, O Wisdom of the Ages,
and ask your guidance
as we seek to walk in holiness and engagement
with the world around us.

Maker of Peace,
help us to rededicate ourselves
to being a people of integrity and hope,
seeking the flourishing of all,
purifying ourselves of envy and resentment.
Teach us to treasure
the gifts great and small with which you bless us,
to see your love for us woven into the fabric of creation
from the smallest turning leaf to the majesty of the mountains,
from a child's laugh to a grandparent's embrace,
from music in the wind to conversations with a friend.

Fashioner of Light,
help us to be worthy
of the true heroes in our midst
who show us what true generosity is,
guided by love in action for the sake of others.

Bless us and keep us
as we seek to join in the work of healing and reclamation,
O Life-Giver of All.
Grant the sweets of your loving-kindness and peace
to all for whom we pray.

Amen.