As you prepare for this morning’s service to begin, you are invited to
reflect on the following…
Biology is the least of what makes someone a mother.”
~ Oprah Winfrey
“A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for
five people, promptly announces she never did care for pie.”
~ Tenneva Jordan
In what ways is God’s love like that of a mother?
Are there ways in which it is different?
Things to pray for this week…
We give thanks and pray for our parents who gave us life, and for
those who have nurtured us in faith.
We pray for congregations in discernment about their future, and for
ministers who are leading and guiding them in the discernment
process.
Saturday (May 17th) is the International Day Against
Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. We pray that
communities, elected officials and religious leaders will
contribute to the safety and well-being of LGBTQI2+
people in Canada and around the world.
Mission Moment
“I could not get medical help in time because we did not have enough money,” says 65-year-old Ruqaiya, who lives in Afghanistan. Ruqaiya’s life took a challenging turn ten years ago when she fell on ice, resulting in partial paralysis. Despite her impairment, she helps care for her youngest son, who has a hand impairment, two daughters-in-law, and two young grandchildren while her two oldest sons work as porters in Kabul, struggling to earn enough. Before her injury, Ruqaiya was known for her skill in weaving and was able to earn a decent income. Now unable to weave, she faces significant financial hardship, made worse by the political and economic situation in the country. Relief came when Ruqaiya received cash assistance through a PWS&D-supported project. She purchased essentials like oil, pulses, flour, rice and salt, meeting her family’s food needs during the harsh winter.