Wherever we gather
Wherever we meet
Wherever we come from
Wherever we are going
Come to the table.
No matter what is served
No matter how much is left
No matter the taste or the smell or the quality
No matter the season or the time
Come to the table.
Whether we’re feeling alone
Or hurt
Or broken
Or angry
Or left out
Come to the table.
If we’re hungry for love
For hope
For connection
For healing
For grace
For peace
Come to the table.
When we’re grieving
And missing our loved ones
When we can’t imagine an empty seat at the table
When we can’t stop the tears
Come to the table.
When our hearts are restless
When we’re yearning for peace
When we’re unsure of the next step
When we’re eager for a change
Come to the table.
The table is set.
The table is ready.
God’s abundance is waiting for us.
God’s love unrelenting for us.
God’s grace meeting us.
Come to the table.
Sit down.
Rest.
And remember that you are loved.
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Kimberly Knowle-Zeller is an ordained ELCA pastor, mother of two, and spouse of an ELCA pastor. She lives with her family in Cole Camp, MO. Her website is http://www.kimberlyknowlezeller.com