As human beings, we were created for connection first and foremost. Without meaningful connection to God, ourselves, and others, our quality of being and quality of life will diminish.
So in these times of social distancing, we must look to new ways (which might just be ancient ways) of fostering connection. And in the power of God’s constant redemption, new rhythms of connection will bring about deeper relationship that extends far beyond the pandemic of COVID-19.
So every now and then, I want to offer a simple moment of connection, a time where you might grow in self-awareness, grow in God-awareness, and even hold in loving prayer those around you both known and unknown.
Take the next few moments to set aside work, entertainment, cooking, cleaning, whatever it might be, to foster a time of meaningful connection in stillness and in prayer…
Father, Spirit, Son
Lead me down the path of stillness
That I might know that you are God,
And that you are good.
I still my soul before you,
I slow my breath, in and out,
I rest in your presence.
With courage I hold my fear before you
With love I hold my friends, my family before you
With a mustard seed of faith I hold this world before you.
Come with healing O God
Come with wisdom O God
Come with connection O God
In this time of crisis
This time of pandemic
Work in and through us your people
Through stillness
Through prayer
Through empathy
Through action
For your glory
And our good
We pray
Amen.