For you shall go out in joy, and be led back in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall burst into song, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.

Words by Richard Gillard, Community of Christ Sings 550

We Are Pilgrims on a Journey

We are pilgrims on a journey, here together on the road;
we are here to help each other walk the mile and bear the load.

Will you let me be your servant, let me be as Christ to you?
Pray that I might have the grace to let you be my servant too.

I will hold the Christ-light for you in the nighttime of your fear;
I will hold my hand out to you, speak the peace you long to hear.

I will weep when you are weeping, when you laugh I’ll laugh with you;
I will share your joy and sorrow till we’ve seen this journey through.

As we soon embark on this Lenten journey, let us remember that we are pilgrims on a journey, here together on the road. We are here to help each other walk the mile and bear the load. May this season of Lent be a time of deep reflection, compassion, and renewed commitment to walking alongside those who seek refuge and hope.

Prayer Phrase

“Love does no wrong to a neighbor…” (Romans 13:10).

Spiritual Practice

Tears of Compassion

Offer a silent prayer for the gift of God’s compassion. Cup your hands and ask God to make you aware of the suffering that causes the Earth and its inhabitants to groan and weep. Be open to faces or places, sounds or voices, feelings of connection with those who suffer. Imagine catching the tears of those you see and holding them in your hands. Listen for prayer images or words God may give you. Discern any active responses of ministry or healing you sense invited to complete for those who weep.

Today’s Prayer for Peace

Engage in a daily practice of praying for peace in our world. Click here to read today’s prayer and be part of this practice of peace.