In unity and community

Henry Ossawa Tanner (1859-1937) Disciples Healing the Sick oil on cardboard, ca.1930 Clark Atlanta University Art Galleries

Jesus summoned the Twelve and began to send them out two by two and gave them authority over unclean spirits. Mark 6:7

We give and receive strength for life’s journey by walking, working, praying, grieving, and laughing with each other. Our relationships teach us to love, forgive, reconcile, and find peaceful solutions to conflict. When we spend time with those who suffer, we are healed in unfathomable ways and our compassion deepens.

Today I will claim the authority God has given me to work with others to heal all that prevents us from living in unity, including my own fears and prejudices.