For the beginning of the COVID19 vaccinations
For peace in the world - through individuals, countries, and organizations - that we all love each other
For Kate E.'s mother's housing community that has confirmed cases of COVID - that those afflicted heal quickly and that the rest of the community stays safe
For the joy of receiving and giving gifts that enhance this holiday season
For the patience in dealing with technological difficulties
For Annette's family as new chapters are opened and new spaces are filled
For the pageant - Rev. Tom editing, the musician's beautiful work, everyone who participated by sending in clips, and those who joined us online to enjoy it
For all the healthcare workers across the worldFor Jess.'s new project, the acupressure relief for healthcare workers
For Lindsey M.'s family as their son's preschool confirms a COVID case in a child - that the child heals quickly and for the safety of these affected families and staff
For Rev. Tom's pup, Mabel, who has kennel cough
For all the different kinds of inoculation and that we appreciate the gifts of modern medical science
For our 'super' congregation and faith communities that come together every week
For the gift of enjoying other's creative talents
For our resilience as people and a community
For the little joys we can offer each other during this time
For the guests who joined our service this week
For the staff of Sanctuary and Hillside - Bailey, Ray, Charmaine, Barbara, and the leadership and pastoral teams
For God's hope and peace that we see through other people and gifts they share
For all these prayers and those that go unspoken, we pray in God's name
Amen
