A Prayer for Strange Times

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O God, please teach us and grow us. Help us to be accepting of new things, generous with old things and always ready to learn something new. Especially during these strange days of political angst and societal discomfort, strengthen us as compassionate citizens. Let us be ready to help, eager to serve, and careful with responsible interactions. Give us the wisdom to adapt and the patience to learn what is best, for now and for the future. 

We know we are not the first to endure uncertain days; we also know that many who have gone before us endured far worse. So for now, allow our perspective to be broad, deep and discerning. And most of all, let our love so shine, that your light shines through who we are and what we do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.