Christ the King / Reign of Christ CProper 29C / Ordinary 34C / Pentecost +24Texts: Luke 23:33-43, Colossians 1:11-20 Warning: this sermon contains Game of Thrones spoilers. Power can be intoxicating: that feeling of knowing we can get what we want when we want it; the exhilaration of having others look up to you with […]
Favorite Place Guided Imagery
Written by Belleruth Naparstek and read by Alice Tremaine
Read this before making a positive change
Have you made a decision to lead a healthier lifestyle by eating better, exercising, or cutting out bad habits such as soda or cigarettes? Or perhaps you’ve decided it’s time to go after a dream or spend more time with loved ones. Congratulations! Here are three tips to get you to your desired goal: 1) […]
Five tips for more joy, meaning and connection during the holidays
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy, celebration and holy significance. In reality, for many, the holidays have become stressful and void of any real meaning. Some of us have bought into the extreme consumerism and commercialization of the holidays and have lost our connection to any reason behind the madness. Others […]
Prayer for a loved one who is dying
Whether or not a loved one’s death has been expected, it is never easy to say goodbye. If their death is imminent, one of the gifts you can give your loved one is to bless them in their death and transition to eternal life/life in spirit.Even if your loved one is not able to respond […]
Prayer before surgery
Any kind of surgical procedure can lead to apprehension. Pray this prayer for yourself or a loved one, adding specific information as you see fit (such as the specific part of the body being treated). Try naming the specific outcome you are hoping for, while also surrendering the outcome to God. Surrender is a difficult […]
Guided Meditation Using the Lord’s Prayer
This is a guided prayer/meditation that can be used while sitting or walking. The prayer is structured around the Lord’s Prayer. Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Take several deep breaths to release stress and help you focus; as you breathe in, imagine you are breathing in the light of God. […]
Guided Contemplative Prayer
Script: Find a comfortable position, sitting or lying down. Uncross your arms and your legs. If sitting, place both of your feet on the floor. Shift your weight slightly, so that your weight is evenly distributed between both sides of your body and between the front and back of your feet. Allow your neck to […]
New Year’s Prayer
God of new beginnings, We give you thanks for the gift of life. Help us to welcome the new year with renewal and hopeful anticipation. Forgive us for the hurts we have done to others and to ourselves, For the love, forgiveness and help we have failed to offer, For opportunities wasted. Renew our faith and trust […]
Morning Prayer
Spending some time in prayer or meditation is a wonderful way to start the day. Here’s a morning prayer to get you started. Have a great day! Gracious God, Thank you for being with me today.Open my eyes to see you at work in me and around me as I go about my day. Help […]