Acting Dean of Identity | Mr Terry Thompson

Hope

Earlier this week I presented the following reflection to the Terrace staff. In uncertain times, it is a timely reminder not to take our life for granted. 

When this is over may we never again take for granted -
• A handshake with a stranger
• Good hygiene and care for others
• Full shelves at the supermarket
• Conversations with neighbours
• A crowded theatre
• Friday night out
• The taste of communion
• A routine check-up
• Playing sport in a team
• Playing music in a group
• Coffee with a friend
• The stadium roaring
• Each deep breath
• Life itself

When this ends, may we find we have become the people we wanted to be, we were called to be, we hoped to be, and may we stay that way – better for each other because of the worst.

Laura Kelly Fanucci

O God, healer of all our ills,
to whom we turn in this time of distress,
grant, we pray in the power of faith,
eternal rest to the dead and comfort to those who mourn,
health to the sick and peace to the dying,
strength to medical workers, wisdom to our leaders
and a spirit of kindness to us all.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.

Please stay safe and stay healthy. 

Live Jesus in our Hearts…Forever