Theme “Spirit”
Finding my space
A winning entry for the Dorothy Archer Prize, 2022
Whilst acknowledging the turmoil and uncertainty of my life, I pray, also, to resolve and improve my situation. I have choices: I can walk, trusting that the natural rhythm achieved will bring relaxation from tension; I can listen to favourite music, hoping to create inner peace; I
Chalice lighting
The flame of the chalice consumes the candle
The flame of life consumes time
The flame of the spirit feeds on love,
Love that renews itself for ever.
May we give ourselves generously to love,
And open our hearts to receive it.
Closing blessing
Just as Darwin and Newton, Einstein and Hawking saw the world with fresh eyes and wondered at the mysterious but glorious universe of matter and of spirit, so may you behold the world with wonder and amazement.
Earth spirit
A Story Telling Earth
Great Spirit show and sow the seeds
Help us hear the voices of the Earth
I am listening help me hear.
Help my hands respect your very essence
Help my ears to hear again the lessons you have delivered to so may of us so many times
Help my mind to discover the