March 29: Pilgrimages and Journeys Prayer

Spring is a time of change, 

a time of growth and light,

a time of new beginnings, 

of pilgrimages and journeys,

a time of putting one foot 

in front of the other and setting out,

not always knowing where we are going, 

but going nevertheless.

Let us pause for a moment of silence 

to reflect on the season

and the journeys that have brought us here,

as well as what our next journey might be.

May we set out on the path before us,

centered in loving community,

creating hope with each action we take

and with each step along the way. 

Amen!

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