July 19, 2026

It’s hazy this morning. Kind-of like life. Yes, our lives can be hazy. I look at the prayer book —- so many names, so many journeys. Yet, in midst of all the struggles … in the midst of the weariness and worries and uncertainties — the SON rises. This humble carpenter named Jesus walks with us. And wherever our journey takes us … we are not alone. Oh, we may feel alone at times. And nobody knows our journey like we do … but I think of these words in the lesson we will read in just a little while in church: “the Lord will cover you with his wings; you will be safe in his care; his faithfulness will protect and defend you. God will put his angels in charge of you to protect you wherever you go.” Angels come in all shapes and sizes. Like it says int the prayer we will share this morning …“angels may have no hair or long hair … they can wear flannel shirts or fancy dresses. But most of all —- they dress with kindness and grace.” We so much need more kindness and grace in our world. May the seeds of kindness and grace come alive in the way we walk today. Peace to all —- Don