A prayer from Henri Nouwen*

Lord, the peace can get feverish, the speed of things can make us sick.
The hurry makes us hurt.
Still us.
Slow us.

It is safe to exhale.
It is safe to trust.
You are safe to trust.

We are safe:
You know the hairs on our head – so we can leave our life in Your hands.

We are safe:
You love our loved ones beyond even death & into the grace of eternal life – so we can
leave our fears at the door.

We are safe:
You name us Beloved – so we can leave all the lies at Your feet & find the relief of Your
arms.

In the stillness now…
We taste Your goodness now.
Because when the world strives – the wise still.

In the stillness now…
we taste Your goodness now.
Because when the world strives – the wise still.
It’s the only way to feel our Father’s embrace.

* Henri Nouwen

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Consider taking some extra time this Palm Sunday weekend and prepare your heart for Holy Week.

Be Still.

Be still and Know that He is God!

Be Still and know that He is Risen, and that He’s Alive.

Be Still and Know that He Will Return for You, His Bride.