FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT:
What a lovely week It has been for me! I hope that you can say the same and have enjoyed these hot summer days. It has not been without worry though.
The fires raging through California consistently keep me aware of our members in need. I do hope that the Club Presidents will inform the districts of any member who has suffered loss through this time. Know that we are here for you and keep space in our hearts for all those suffering. This goes too for those going through times of trial as we begin emerging through the State. A lot of emotion is out there, I know because I am the getting some of it thrown my way…compassion will lead your way and may your heart be kind.
I though it appropriate to share with you a powerful affirmation that brings me peace at times when so many are hurting.
MARY STEWART’S COLLECT
(A Collect for Club Women)
Keep us, O God, from pettiness,
Let us be large in thought, in word, in deed.
Let us be done with faultfinding
And leave off self-seeking.
May we put away all pretense
And meet each other face to face,
Without self-pity and without prejudice.
May we never be hasty in judgment
And always generous.
Let us take time for all things;
Make us to grow calm, serene, gentle.
Teach us to put into action our better impulses,
Straightforward and unafraid.
Grant that we may realize that it is
The little things that create differences;
That in the big things of life we are one.
And may we strive to touch and to know
The great, common human heart of us all.
And, O Lord God, let us forget not
To be kind!
…Mary Stewart
April 1904
These were powerful words when they written in 1904 and ring through just as powerful today. Say them from your heart and be at peace this week.
Luv, Pam
