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May the blessings of morning's freshness
awaken your spirit. May the blessings of birdsong lighten your heart. May the opening to a new day open your soul to hope.
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 Our June worship gathering invited us to reflect on the light of this time of year (approaching the summer solstice) and the Light of the world.
We grounded ourselves with our eyes closed, and then opened them with the invitation to look around as if we were seeing with new eyes, noticing particularly the light and shadow, varying shades of green, texture, depth of field, and movement. We read from Psalm 36:8-9 and John 8:12. We also listened to a prayer by John Philip Newell (adapted by Wendy Janzen) Light within all light, Soul behind all souls, as we approach the summer solstice and the turning of the seasons we wait and watch for you. Your light within this day’s light Your Soul within the human soul. Your Presence beckoning to us from the heart of life. In the light of the afternoon Let us experience fresh shinings in our soul. In the rich colours all around us Let us see the variety of ways you show yourself. Light within all light, Inner Flame of the universe, Let us be aware of your light shining on us. Amen Blessings as you celebrate this season of light! Our monthly worship gatherings and events generally take place within the Grand River watershed. Most also take place on the Haldimand Tract. We are mindful of our relationship with Place and of our Indigenous neighbours and their ongoing story with this Land. Here is a visual image of where we meet (near the convergence of Laurel Creek and the Grand River) with a bit of the story of the Haldimand Tract and the Dish With One Spoon wampum treaty. We want to continue to learn the truth of these lands and work toward repair.  |
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