If we knew that tonight we were going to go blind, we would take a longing, last real look at every blade of grass, every cloud formation, every speck of dust, every rainbow, raindrop – everything.

Pens Chodron

Spring is a time of new beginnings. It brings light into the darkness of Lent. We need the darkness to see the light and the light to see the darkness.

In our sometimes dark world we are often given moments of light that not only illumine our way, but remind us that God is with us. As you settle into prayer today, become aware of that light, that reveals all, and comforts all.

Self-acceptance is freedom.  Gerald May

Ask, and it will be given. Matthew. 7:7

Asking can be difficult for many of us: asking for help, asking for answers, asking for someone’s presence, or asking for forgiveness.

Lent invites and challenges us to become aware for the need for God’s help and grace – and to ask.

Behold, I make all things new. —Revelation 21:5

Lent invites us to practice loving kindness. 

Pena Chodron: Start where you are.

Henri J Nouwen: Esch step is like a candle burning in the night.

Let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action.

1 John 3:18

Fasting 

“But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that your fasting may be seen not by others but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”

Matthew 6:17-18

Life isn’t something you possess.

Its’s something you take part in and witness.

Louis C.K.