Isaiah 11:1-10; Psalm 72: 1-2,7-8,12-13,17; Luke 10:21-24

knowing
the poverty
of our breath
we are rescued
by the love
of the One
who breathes us
each breath
a reminder
that we are not alone
but a part
of the wonder
of creation
rejoicing in
the Holy Spirit
who guides us
we are filled
with profound peace
a Spirit of Wisdom
and Understanding
a Spirit of Counsel
and of Strength
a Spirit of Knowledge
and fear of the Lord
that comes
from knowing Him

How do you experience “fear of the Lord”?
How do you experience God’s love?
How do you experience God’s peace?

Isaiah 4:2-6; Psalm 122:1-9; Matthew 8:5-11

a faith
that asks-
a faith
that listens-
a faith
that believes-
welcomes
God’s word
and we follow
rejoicing
in our return
to the One
who shelters us
heals us
and brings us
peace
praying
for our good
and the good of others
we live
in the Light
of God’s love

Where is your faith?
What do you believe?

Isaiah 2: 1-5; Psalm 122: 1-9; Romans 13: 11-14; Mt 24: 37-44

now is the hour
to wake
from sleep
rejoice
and cast off
deeds of darkness
beat our swords
into plowshares
and pruning hooks
for we
shall go
to the house
of the Lord
where peace
shall be with us-
quarreling
lusting
and jealousy
past
we put on
the light of Christ
radiant with love

Are you ready for peace and light?
Are you willing to shed your weapons?
Are you awake and watchful for the presence of God?

Feast of St. Andrew
Romans 10:9-18; Psalm 19:8-11; Matthew 4:18-22

called
we follow
the one
who refreshes
our soul
whose decrees
are trustworthy
and true
giving wisdom
and rejoicing
to our heart-
more precious
than any other thing
we leave all
behind
and begin
each day
anew
with Him

How do you begin each day?
Where do you hear God calling?

Philippians 4:6-9

Do not be anxious about anything,
but in every situation,
by prayer and petition,
with thanksgiving,
present your requests to God.
And the peace of God,
which transcends all understanding,
will guard your hearts
and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Finally, brothers and sisters,
whatever is true,
whatever is noble,
whatever is right,
whatever is pure,
whatever is lovely,
whatever is admirable—
if anything is excellent
or praiseworthy—
think about such things…
and give thanks.

What are you thankful for today?

Daniel 5:1-17; Daniel 3:62-67; Luke 21:12-10

handed over
because of our love
for Him
we do not fear
and persevere
enduring to the end
as all that is true
blesses God
sun and moon
stars of heaven
every shower and dew
all the winds
fire and heat
cold and chill
give glory
and praise
to God

How do you give glory and praise to God?

Daniel 2:31-45; Daniel 3:57-61; Luke 21:5-11

many will come
and say
“I am he”
but do not follow
although
the earth will quake
and nation
will rise
against nation
we will stay
with His voice
of love
and for peace
enduring
to God’s end
for justice

How will you know His voice?

Daniel:1-6,8-20; Daniel 3:52-56; Luke 21:1-4

from our wealth
and poverty
we give everything
withholding
nothing
from the God
who gives us
All
knowing
that all we have
is for a Glory
greater
than our own
a Love
a Light
for All

What do you give?

2 Samuel 5: 1-3; Psalm 122: 1-5; Col: 1: 12-20; Luke 23: 35-43

bone and flesh
first born
of all
we become
new
in Him
things visible
and invisible
thrones
dominations
principalities
and powers
are reconciled
we rejoice
in the house
of the Lord
far from mocking
far from killing
gone from death
we are
remembered
in Him
as peace
flows through
the blood
of the cross
we rise
and embrace
paradise
with Him

Can you see peace flow through the cross?
Can you see your being through Him?
Can you see with His light?

Mc 6:1-13; Psalm 9:2-6, 16,19; Luke 20: 27-40

from our grief
we cry out
and are touched
and saved
by a Love
greater
than our imaginings
a Love
that makes us
worthy
in the God
of the living
we give thanks
we give praise
we sing
a song of joy

What makes you worthy?