Friday, December 31, 2010

Happy New Year

Photo taken at The Dock's Meet The Neighours night

We'd a lovely, reflective walk this afternoon: a "Dock Walk" around Titanic Quarter with Chris Bennett and friends. At the end, Chris handed out a prayer - his prayer for the new year. It's published on his blog, but I cheekily reproduce it here as it has much to offer as we all step into the next 12 months of life.

Dear Lord, please give me

A few friends who understand me and remain my friends;

A work to do which has real value,
without which the world would be the poorer;

A mind unafraid to travel, even though the trail be not blazed;

An understanding heart;

A sense of humour;

Time for quiet, silent meditation;

A feeling of the presence of God;

The patience to wait for the coming of these things,

With the wisdom to recognize them when they come.

Amen.

I particularly like the idea (and phrasing) of "work to do which has real value, without which the world would be the poorer". That's a challenge and a half.

Happy New Year. May it be positive and peace-filled year I which you both experience and share warmth in the communities in which you work, rest and play.

1 comment:

Ronan said...

Happy New Year Alan. That is a lovely prayer, certainly a challenge for the New Year!