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Creating is Praying

Posted on September 25, 2011 by literarylee

An artist could start his or her work saying, “Dear God,” then spend the day writing or painting or sculpting or whatever it is she or he does, then finish with, “Amen.”   Creativity is the Creator’s gift.  The actual … Continue reading →

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Down to the River to Pray – 4

Posted on May 15, 2011 by literarylee

You have lived your life these many long years in service to others and God.  Now, you’re learning to ask, “What do I want,” along with the familiar, “What should I do?”  You are experimenting with putting the shoulds in perspective, with exploring … Continue reading →

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Down to the River to Pray – 3

Posted on April 17, 2011 by literarylee

Imagine our present, imagine our future. Tiny droplets of rain predict an abundance to come and in fact, one that’s already here. The path from today may be, will be a surprise. That surprise is a gift. Let’s take it. … Continue reading →

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Down to the River to Pray – 2

Posted on April 10, 2011 by literarylee

I am trying to get a sense of where you are, yes geographically, but also your heart, your soul, you yourself.  I want to know you’re o.k., but what does that even mean?  You could be alive and “well,” doing … Continue reading →

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Down to the River to Pray – 1

Posted on April 3, 2011 by literarylee

So surprised to hear the resignation in your voice.  I wouldn’t have expected it given all the good things going on in your life now.   Sensing you so weighed down wrinkled my brows and sagged my heart.  I look … Continue reading →

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Down to the River to Pray – Introduction

Posted on April 3, 2011 by literarylee

I had a remarkable experience the other day.  I was walking to work, thinking about various friends and family members, saying a simple prayer for each.  As I walked and prayed, I realized I had gone down to the river, … Continue reading →

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Morning Prayer of Metropolitan Philaret of Moscow

Posted on March 7, 2011 by literarylee

O Lord, grant me to greet the coming day in peace. Help me in all things to rely on Your Holy will. In every hour of the day reveal Your will to me. Bless my dealings with all who surround … Continue reading →

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