The Sarum Prayer
God be in my head—and in my understanding
God be in my eyes—and in my looking
God be in my mouth—and in my speaking
God be in my heart—and in my thinking
God be at my end—and at my departing
Breath Meditation Practice
Take some deep breaths: In through the nose, out through the mouth, three at least or more. As your mind wanders, return your focus to the breath. If you like, try placing one or both hands over your heart as you do this.
Psalm Portion for the Week
Psalm 91: 1–2
Those who dwell in the shelter of the Most High
And abide in the shade of the Almighty
Say to the Lord, “My refuge,
My stronghold, my God in whom I trust!”
Words of Jesus and Words of the Followers Portion
When, therefore, it was early evening of that first day of the week, and where the disciples had been sealed for fear of the Judeans, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Be to you.” And saying this, he showed them his hands and his side. (John 20: 19–20)
All shall be well and all shall be well and all manner of things shall be well—Julian of Norwich, from Revelations of Divine Love
Prayer for Loved Ones
Devote a minute to naming your loved ones, thus presenting them in love before the one who is Love.
Serenity Prayer
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,
courage to change the things I can,
and wisdom to know the difference.
Gratitude Practice
“Whatever may be the tensions and stresses of a particular day, there is always lurking close at hand the trailing beauty of forgotten joy or unremembered peace” —Howard Thurman
Lord, grant me an awareness today that there is always lurking close at hand the trailing beauty of forgotten joy and unremembered peace. Open my heart, Lord. Amen.
Take a few moments to identify three things you are thankful for: whatever comes to mind. Jot them down or call them to mind.
Closing Sarum Prayer
God be in my head—and in my understanding
God be in my eyes—and in my looking
God be in my mouth—and in my speaking
God be in my heart—and in my thinking
God be at my end—and at my departing
Benediction
Go in peace, wash your hands, love your neighbor, you are not alone!