The Rev. Patrick Blaney
The Rev. Patrick Blaney
February 14, 2025
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Each week I will choose a spiritual and inspiring quote and publish it in this section.  I will also add a comment on why I think it is a good quote.  If you have any suggestions please pass them along to Me.  I hope you enjoy this feature.

Prayer Before Reading / Watching The News

My God, the soul you have placed in me is pure and vulnerable. I am afraid that looking at today’s news will be painful. Encircle me in a robe of light so that I can witness the wounds of the world without being wounded myself. Let me learn what I need to know in order to be of my greatest use, without being overwhelmed by despair. I feel your protective light now as I open myself to the world’s suffering and the world’s joys.

Rabbi Irwin Keller

This is a beautiful prayer and a wonderful idea.  I highly recommend it's practice.  Thanks to Donna for bringing it to my attention.

The Rev. Patrick Blaney