Stir Us By Your Fire

MHM Team

June 21, 2021

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Stir Us By Your Fire

O Beloved Creator whose Spirit burns within us,

may this season with its long hot days

stir us to fun-filled activities with those we love.

May our passion for your life expressed in us

bring hope to those in need,

engagement with the struggle for justice,

and a renewed energy as we work for peace.

As the lengthening of days opens life

to more time spent outdoors,

may our eyes be opened to your presence—

speaking to us through our natural world.

O Beloved Creator,

transform us by your Spirit’s fire within.

Amen.

—Scott Jenkins

More reflections prompted by Mile High Ministries’ life and work in our beloved city can be found in our book Beyond Our Efforts: A Celebration of Denver Peacemaking.

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