Lent 03.25.24

We’ve been taught to
never make a scene,
but I simply cannot abide.
I am one part questions,
two parts hunger.
I am a million prayers
and deep hope
wrapped up in one.
I am famished and hopeful,
eager and humbled.

—from the poem “With My Outside Voice” by Rev. Sarah A. Speed | @sanctifiedart

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WEEKLY CENTERING PRACTICE Center yourself in breath. Place one hand on your belly and one on your heart. Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, and exhale for 4.

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DAILY QUESTION Palm Sunday is a holy parade, a peaceful protest. What cause would you march for?

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PRAYER God of the holy parade, many faithful folks have followed in your footsteps over the years—marching for justice and peace. When your holy parade comes my way, give me the courage to join the fold. Do not let me stand along the wall, a quiet bystander. Instead, spark courage in my heart to pick up a palm branch and to join the song. With an eager heart I pray, amen.