God of sacred callings,
Bless the work of our clergy,
Who carry us through our lives,
Our joys and our sorrows,
In holy service,
Our broken hearts,
Our festive moments,
And our deepest yearnings.
May their dedication serve as shining lamp of love.
May the works of their hands bring merit in heaven.
Bless them with health and long life.
Guard them from taking our traumas into themselves.
Protect them from loneliness and isolation,
Shielding them from the spiritual and emotional pain
That can come with a life of service.
May they have find peace and comfort in their own moments of need.
Blessed are You,
God of All,
Who, with love, provides the world
Dedicated leaders of faith.
-- Alden Solovy, Reform Jewish author, liturgist, prayer composer, and teacher. Found at Reform Judaism.org.
As our Jewish neighbors prepare for their first shabbat service since the massacre at Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, we offer our prayers for them, and stand in solidarity with them.
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