Remember those who gave of themselves that we are free

Memorial day is a day we look forward to. The opening of cabins, camp grounds, fishing up north,picnics and camp fires.

As we enjoy our Holiday let us take a few moments to pray for those who served so we may be free, those who survived , those who suffer from PTSD, those who came home missing parts of themselves, and those who never came home. May we also remember those who were their support and their loved ones. 

May you all enjoy your holiday doing whatever gives you life, may you drive safely if you are on a road trip. Enjoy the brats, dogs and drinks. Know we are blessed in so many ways. 

What gift does the Spirit have for you

We Sisters have a religious practice at Pentecost called Gifts of the Spirit Cards. We take a holy card and put on the back a gift of the Spirit and a fruit of the Spirit. We then place these cards in our prayer space for the week before Pentecost and pray for a gift of the Spirit which we need for this coming year. 

Behold today the card which I drew was Wisdom. I say to myself how did the Spirit know I needed that gift for this year? 

I have been praying and searching for a deeper relationships with Jesus. I really don't know what that entails or means for me. I guess it will be revealed hopefully this year. 

You most likely do not know of this process but it isn't too late In yesterdays blog I listed the gifts of the Spirit. Take a slip of paper and write down a gift on each slip. Put them in a bowl and say a short prayer such as Spirit of God guide me this year in ways you feel I need to grow. then pick one. I would be interested in hearing the result for you. Feel free to share your gift given to you for your deeper growth this year.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE SPIRIT

This week we will remember the Spirit and gifts available. Are you ready?

Which of the gifts do you feel you are in most need of? Pray to receive that gift.

The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit is an enumeration of seven spiritual gifts.

They are: wisdom, understanding, wonder and awe (fear of the Lord) , counsel, knowledge, fortitude, and piety (reverence).

Come Spirit of God and enrich me, help me to be open to your gifts. Most of us have received confirmation in some religious tradition. Was that a one time event? It is not too late to be open to receive the Spirit anew. We can start by participating in your church this weekend.  

God bless mothers-every day-not just today

MOTHER

Mothers day is here again, I still miss my mom. Of course there were times when we didn't always click but so it goes. I learned a lot from my Mother. I didn't appreciate it until I got older.

So all you mothers have faith it will happen. I praise Mothers, who spend their life giving their children life. 

Some of us have children not of natural birth but we hope we give them life as well. I have many sons. I hope they also say a prayer for me today. 

Happy mothers day to all mothers. Know you have formed a soul. May you be blessed

Time out

Sunday a day for rest and relaxation, no emails, no phone messages of "I got a problem, can you help me", or "I don't like what happened."  How do you spend you day away from your ordinary activities. 

At Church last night we were part of a the baptism of two young siblings, very young people maybe a 3 yr boy and  maybe a 5 yr old girl. I am only guessing ages. Parents, god parents and grandparents were asked will you teach them the way to live this life of christian which you have asked they become baptized as Christ bearers? I say we were a part of this as well as our participation and chapping we welcomed them into the Christian community.

Do you do some spiritual reading and reflection on a day like to day. Sabbath day! I am currently reading several books. One is like a hammer shattering rock by Megan Mc Kenna.  Today she posed the question. Do I read scripture for the ability to use the Bible to promote my beliefs, my positions or do I read and reflect on the Bible reading for my conversion? She recited situations in which we as believers have persecuted, killed, condemned those who don't believe as we do.  I have heard other say oh she/he is a really holy spiritual person. Who but God can determine the inner workings of another?

This months issue of SATURDAY EVENING POST has a article on "the New Urban Hermit". It talks about stories of people who while living in their ordinary neighborhoods are living the live of hermits, involved in complete silence prayer for the world, practices of prayer that are helpful to them. One states "few realize that this is a vital and richly human way of living--one that's personally fulfilling, yet also quite rare." Article further states attraction to hermit life always flares up when the world is in turmoil. Hermits are the hub of the whirling wheel, and they help to hold civilization together." I don't feel called to this life style at least not as of today but I am called to listen to God within.

As you read these wandering of my mind what is it that you are being called to this week to carry out your purpose in life?

There is a season for everything

We read there is a season for everything but this is an adventure to stay focused on the present season. I think it is May I am not sure. Today having rain, sleet and basically not nice weather. 

In my years I have experienced the same in my life. I recall a time when I was out walking looking at the stars and saying to God you have the whole of the universe in order, how come my life is so out of order? Why are you not helping me? God replied you didn't ask! God never forces herself on us without our permission. Lesson learned, one among many!!!

May these days of dreary weather help you also in some time for reflection on the meaning of your life and role of God in it. Say strong the flowers will come!