In a few weeks, many will observe All Saints’ Day. Depending on denominational practices, it is observed either the last Sunday in October or the first Sunday in November. Normally this is a high Sunday of the church; it is for me. I have a profound gratitude for all those who have gone on before me. The path they laid, I walk today. It is humbling when you think about it.
Regardless if you practice All Saints’ Day, I hope you will take a few moments to remember those shoulders you stand on today. Some you knew, but there are millions that you didn’t know but reap where they planted. On this Monday, I invite you to pray with me this prayer:
Almighty God, you have knit together all past and present followers of You, in one sweet communion of fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord. Grant us grace so to follow your holy saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those unspeakable joys, which you have prepared for those who sincerely love you.
We pause in awe, reflecting on all those who have traveled this road of faith before us. We join their voices of praise of the God who holds us all together. It is through your Son, Jesus Christ, that we live, breath, and have our being. Amen.
This week’s reading:
- Monday – Mark 9
- Tuesday – Mark 10
- Wednesday – Mark 11
- Thursday – Mark 12
- Friday – Mark 13
Please Pray for:
- The St. Paul Church family – members and staff.
- Those who are unwillingly absent.
- Those who are grieving and depressed.
- Ongoing Building Renovations, Modifications.
- The United Methodist Church.
- Our nation and our leaders.
- The World.