Monthly Archives: August 2016

Prayer for Healing Victims of Abuse

Posted on August 26, 2016 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

God of endless love, ever caring, ever strong, always present, always just: You gave your only Son to save us by the blood of his cross. Gentle Jesus, shepherd of peace, join to your own suffering the pain of all … Continue reading →

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At the Clearing

Posted on August 19, 2016 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

At the Clearing There was that moment when I saw you at the clearing,  But I am ahead of myself. And why shouldn’t I be? Delighted to recall, remembering with joy – I found you when I wasn’t looking for … Continue reading →

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When I am Hungry

Posted on August 12, 2016 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

Lord when I am hungry, give me someone needing food. When I am thirsty, send me someone needing a drink When I am cold, send me someone to warm When I am grieved, send me someone to console When my … Continue reading →

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“Lord, forgive so much cruelty”

Posted on August 5, 2016 by R.H. (Rusty) Foerger

“In the gloom of an underground cell at the site of one of the greatest horrors in history, Pope Francis sat alone, head bowed, in silence.”  Thus began Harriet Sherwood’s article in the Guardian last Friday about Pope Francis in … Continue reading →

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