Coffee in the Morning by George Mendoza
I have an armful of offerings
to bring to you today, Lord…
I offer you the hearts of those I know
who rejoice this morning
with newfound peace and joy…
And I offer you the hearts of those I know
who struggle today to find you,
believe in you, trust and hope in you
in the midst of difficult times…
And I offer you the hearts of those I know
who are burdened with the pain
of sadness, loss and grief…
And I offer you the hearts of those I know
who are filled with discouragement
sadness, loneliness and distress…
And I offer you the hearts of those I know
who are troubled by fear and anxiety,
doubt and mistrust, unease and tension…
And I offer you the hearts of those I know
who live with sickness and pain
and pray for relief in mind and body…
And I offer you the hearts of those I know
who are confused and misdirected,
troubled and distraught,
unsettled and afraid…
And I offer you the hearts of those I know
who worry about others, who care for the sick,
who comfort the dying, who accompany those
whose journey is long and difficult…
All these hearts I offer to you, Lord,
and place in your safe keeping,
in your merciful and healing hands,
in the refuge of your own loving heart…
Bring your kindness and peace, Lord,
your consoling, healing presence,
and the gifts of your Spirit
to those whose hearts I lift up today,
an offering to you
from whom all blessings flow…
Amen.
