creating change without shouting
‘May goodness find you in 2022…’ These were the words of a blessing offered to the writer and poet Martin Wroe as he walked out of the coffee shop, warm mug in hand. It prompted an extended reflection which he shared on BBC Radio 4’s Thought For The Day, and an edited piece he published … Read more
Words from the poet John O’Donohue for times such as these. For all the explorers, for those who know they cannot stay where they are and those determined to start out again. FOR COURAGE When the light around you lessensAnd your thoughts darken untilYour body feels fear turnCold as a stone inside, When you find … Read more
May I live this day Compassionate of heart,Clear in word,Gracious in awareness,Courageous in thought,Generous in love. Excerpt from Matins, from Benedictus: A Book of Blessings by John O’Donohue Yesterday I was given this beautiful prayer shawl as a leaving gift from my friends and colleagues on the board of Bible Society, where I have been … Read more
The wonderful Andy Hunter – DJ, composer and all-round sensitive and creative soul – invited me to write a blessing for the April edition of The Presence Project. I was deeply honoured. With Easter in mind, but also the challenging year that we have all been through, I wrote this: THERE IS AN AFTER May … Read more
If the new normal starts with us, then I for one need to receive as well as give. Therefore, I wanted to share with you today in John O’Donohue‘s blessing: to come home to yourself May all that is unforgiven in you,Be released. May your fears yieldTheir deepest tranquilities. May all that is unlived in … Read more
It’s often the most simple, most profound realisations that make the most difference. It starts with us, with blessing – enjoying your presence.