Prayer for consideration...

I get to share a bit of reflection on this prayer tomorrow at worship. I am curious to know if there is anything in this prayer which stands out to you? Does this prayer say anything to you? Is there anything you would want to talk more about?

Mother Theresa of Calcutta:

Make us worthy, Lord, to serve your children throughout the world who live and die in poverty and hunger. Give them, through your hands, this day their daily bread, and by our understanding love, give peace and joy. Amen.

Praying at restaurants, dining at church...

In NYC there are prayer spaces for Muslim men, many of whom are taxi drivers, located in private businesses. These spaces allow for prayer, fellowship and even a bit of food because many of these spaces are in restaurants. These spaces allow for Muslims who are on the go and allow these men to nourish their soul.

What if these spaces were open to Christians? What if a restaurant has a prayer space for anyone to pray and study?

Even more than that, what if churches (which have prayer spaces) opened up their space and had food, coffee, wi-fi, etc. to give people the opportunity to eat lunch and then give them an opportunity to nourish their soul? Is this possible to do in churches? How could this be done?

Prayer

Like the air above us we cannot comprehend thee; yet like the air deep within us we cannot live without thee. Preform within us the work of your spirit that you might be the center of our universe the desire of our hearts, the heart of our desire and a haven of peace. Amen.
-Jerry Chism was the first person I knew have said this