A sixth prayer in response to the continuing coronavirus crisis, building on the idea of sterilising our home, or what enters it, during this troubled time.
Lord,
as I cleanse this door handle,
may I make time to welcome you and others into my heart.
As I cleanse this meal table,
may I remember the poor,
the hungry,
the countless victims of injustice and exploitation.
As I cleanse these foodstuffs,
may I give thanks for the plenty I enjoy,
rejoicing in the bounty of your creation
and the work involved in growing,
harvesting,
packaging,
transporting
and selling it.
As I cleanse these deliveries,
may I appreciate the labour,
the technology,
the entrepreneurship,
the interdependent web of human agency
that has gone into making them possible,
and that forms such an integral part of modern life.
As I cleanse these utensils and crockery,
may I be mindful of how I feed my faith
and how careful I am,
or otherwise,
to avoid that which may undermine its health.
As I cleanse myself, Lord,
may I consecrate my hands,
my feet,
my health,
my strength,
my mind,
my being,
to your service
and the pursuit of your kingdom,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Amen.
This reminds me of Brother Lawrence when he prayed as he was going about his duties in the kitchen. I love it. 😀
How are you after your op, Nick?
Thanks Lesley. The idea was suggested to me by a friend; delighted that it worked. The op went well, thank you. A bit uncomfortable at the moment, but my vision is amazing. I realise now how much I was struggling before.
Oh, it does work! I enjoy prayers that we can carry out while doing what we think of as menial tasks. It means we get to talk to God all day long. 🙂
I’m glad the op went well. I understand that you may feel a sore and uncomfortable at the moment, but the outcome is wonderful! x
. . . and it’s in the 2nd line. Gah!