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From the tinyjoyproject (@tinyjoyproject):
I’m not even near where I want to be.
But I remember when I used to pray for this version of me. This morning. This breath. This gentle peace in my chest.
Progress doesn’t always shout.
Sometimes it just feels quiet and kind.
Peace Be With You. – Paul
They asked:
“Why is it so important to be kind?”
I said:
Because we walk past hundreds of people every day, and none of them wear signs that say “I’m grieving,” “I’m exhausted,” or “I’m barely holding it together.”
But they’re everywhere. Kindness might be the only softness they receive today. – Vex King
Peace Be With You. – Paul
Some are holding on by the thinnest thread.
Kindness, even unnoticed,
Might be the thread keeping them from falling.
Be gentle — you could be the thread.
From Mindful Christianity.
Words of Affirmation from Mayfair Heights United Methodist Worship – July 6, 2025
Find gratitude in your life story. Wake up every morning and say to yourself, “I made it here from where I started, and I am so proud of that.” When we do this, we bless ourselves and feed ourselves with the love required for us to flourish and keep going no matter where we come from or what we have been through. – Cleo Wade
Peace Be With You. – Paul
Morning Blessing (From Rivers In The Ocean)
May this day meet you gently,
with no need to prove,
no need to hurry.
May you move through each hour
with the grace of someone
who knows they belong—
just as they are.
May tenderness guide your words,
and may kindness return to you
in the smallest, most unexpected ways.
And if you forget your light for a while,
may something soft remind you—
a bird, a smile, a breath—
that it’s still there,
shining quietly within.
Image of the quilt from Yaya Co.
Peace Be With You. – Paul
| WORD FOR THE DAY FROM GRATEFUL.ORG Let the laughter come, even if it has not been heard for a very long time, especially if times are hard and the future uncertain. Laughter is as important in adversity as wisdom and courage. |
| STEVEN CHARLESTON |
Peace Be With You. – Paul
| WORD FOR THE DAY FROM GRATEFUL.ORGLet the laughter come, even if it has not been heard for a very long time, especially if times are hard and the future uncertain. Laughter is as important in adversity as wisdom and courage. |
| STEVEN CHARLESTON |
Peace Be With You. – Paul
“A person is more than the worst act of their life.” – Sister Helen Prejean from Doing Time: 25 years of Prison Writing (advocate for abolition of the death penalty and author of Dead Man Walking.)
Peace Be With You. – Paul
Here are the Prayers of the People from Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Mayfair Heights United Methodist Church.
Prayers Of The People
Gracious God, thank you for your Spirit which frees us to love all your people as they work and serve in this world.
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We pray for all people who do not feel free and find themselves enslaved in darkness and sadness.
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We pray for those who are experiencing cruelty around the world. May we help create a place of rest and renewal.
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We pray for those who are hungry, impoverished, for those who do not have stable housing
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We pray for leaders of cities, states, nations, that they may work toward the common good, that they may always look out for those who are underserved, ignored, or are in harm’s way.
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We pray that we may be filled with the fruit of your Spirit so that we may share your love and peace with the world.
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We pray for our family and friends. Teach us to help each other just as you love and help us.
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We pray for all who are experiencing illness, that they may be healed – and for those who are nearing the end of their life’s journey, that they may find peace in your love.
God of love, Hear our prayer.
We give ourselves into your hands, O God. Guide us as we serve others in this, your Beloved community.
God of love, Hear our prayer. Amen.
Peace Be With You. – Paul
