Abiding in Hope

Pope Francis shocked many when he broke the tradition of washing only the feet of Christian men. Prayer for Maundy Thursday Lord...

Tree of Life Mural, St. John's Tower Grove, St. Louis. We rise with gratitude to greet the day that You have given us, O Creator, a...

Washing of the Feet and the Last Supper, painting of Altar of  Siena Cathedral  in 14th century Luke 22: 24-27 24  A dispute also ar...

Sunrise before Morning Prayer, Church of the Good Shepherd, Towna dn Country, Missouri, March 21, 2016. Our faces to the rising sun,...

A quick snow fall greeted us on Palm Sunday morning- which was also the first day of spring, ironically. Blessed Savior, we draw near b...

With a shout of hosanna we rise, and raise our prayers to the King of Heaven! Let us welcome our Savior into our hearts, who restores all...

Blessed Redeemer, let our prayers rise to you in the morning light, recounting our thankfulness and trust. Hold us within the bounds of y...

Almighty God, Ruler of the Universe, we come before You in gratitude for our many blessings, redeemed by love and mercy. Holy One, forgiv...

(Based on a  blessing  of  St. Patrick) Blessed Savior, You are our armor in times of trouble: hear our prayer. Awaken in us a desire to ...

Blessed Savior, we thank You for bringing us to the shores of this day: may we ever serve your kingdom. All Creation sings a waking tu...

Creator God, we come before You in awe for the works of Your Hands which sustain us in each moment and breath. You set the stars in their...

Abandoned lighthouse, Barbados. Holy One, we thank You for bringing us in safety to this day, and for your guarding presence in our liv...

Arise, shine, for the light has come from the east, calling us to worship and praise of our God and Savior! Let us draw near to join each...

(Inspired by John 9:18-41) Almighty God, our eyes behold your glory, and we worship You as light paints the East. Open our eyes, O Lord, ...

wildflower, Osage Forest of Peace, Sand Springs, OK. (Inspired by Psalm 131) O God, we come before You,  humble in heart,  rejoici...

Holy One, fill us with your peace, and center us with your love throughout the day. Accept our penitence for the times we have faltered, ...

the first daffodils of 2016 at our house Almighty God, open our hearts to You, that we may take in all your wisdom.  The mercy of God ...

Holy One, You are our portion and our cup: we are filled with joy, giving thanks for all your blessings. Accept our repentance for all ou...

Archway, Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis. Almighty God, You have made us for yourself, and blessed creation with your love and care:...

The Return of the Prodigal Son, by Rembrandt van Rijn Almighty God, we lift our hearts to You and come into your courts, to worship You...