Today’s Reflection: If I can stop
One heart from breaking
I shall not live in vain;
If I can ease one life the aching,
Or cool one pain
Or help one fainting robin
Onto his nest again,
I shall not live in vain. – Emily Dickinson
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario, Canada. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
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Today’s Reflection: Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. – from Matthew 11.25-30
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario, Canada. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
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Today’s Reflection: Trust In God
Let nothing disturb you,
nothing frighten you,
all things are passing.
God never changes.
Patience always conquers.
Whoever has God lacks nothing,
For God alone suffices. – St. Teresa of Avila
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario, Canada. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Fill up our faith and joy
in your forgiveness, Lord Jesus;
for however hard we try
to keep your way,
we will stumble
and we will wander,
yet you restore us
and reset us on your path.
Give us forgiving hearts
when others fail us,
that we may offer
your hope to all. – Bill Braviner, Anglican Archdeacon of Halifax, U.K., theologian
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario, Canada. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Those experiencing homelessness face extreme vulnerability during heat emergencies, often with limited access to shelter, water, or medical care. This prayer seeks God’s special protection for our most exposed neighbors.:
Lord, You know every person sleeping rough tonight in this crushing heat. You have been a refuge for the poor, a refuge for the needy in their distress (Isaiah 25:4,NIV). Lead them to cooling centres and sources of cold water. Send advocates and caregivers to check on them. Provide the resources and housing they need. In Jesus’ name, Amen. – from 15 Prayers for Those Affected by Extreme Heat
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Lord, show us the courage to pursue our dreams with unwavering faith and determination. Guide our steps along the path of our aspirations, illuminating our journey with your wisdom and grace. – Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Your life doesn’t need more stuff.
It needs:
More sunrises.
More birdsong.
More trails.
More trees.
And more moments that make you feel
Alive. – Author unknown
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Today’s Reflection: Never Give Up
No matter what is going on, never give up.
Develop the heart.
Too much energy in your country is spent developing the mind instead of the heart.
Be compassionate, not just to your friends, but to everyone.
Work for peace in your heart and in the world.
Work for peace and I say again, never give up.
No matter what is happening, no matter what is going on around you, never give up. – Attributed to His Holiness, the XIV Dalai Lama
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
Editor’s note: Re-posted in response to a requet.
Today’s Reflection: Dear God, Thank you for the quiet gifts that surround us each day. Help us slow down enough to notice them, cherish them, and be grateful for the life unfolding right in front of us. Amen. – Maria Shriver
Morning Offering is a daily post by Joe Barkovich who lives in his hometown of Welland, Ontario. Daily photo by Joe Barkovich.
Morning Offering is posted by 8 a.m.
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