In an ever more dangerous time
we long for a place of safety.
In an ever colder, harsher time,
we long for a place of warmth.
In an ever more cruel and hateful time
we long for a place of compassion.
In ever more distressing time,
we long for a place of comfort.
Let us pause for a moment of quiet
to experience in this place
some of the safety, warmth,
compassion and comfort
that we long for.
May we be the place we long for.
May we be the people we wish to be.
May we make real
the safety, warmth, compassion and comfort
the world needs now more than ever before.
Amen.
