A Prayer for the Table
Dear God,
This day, this week, this year, have all looked different than we imagined.
But you are here.
Our plans, our dreams, our hopes have shifted, transformed, or disappeared.
But you are here.
Our families, friends, and neighbors are distanced, lonely, and isolated.
But you are here.
When all else feels out of control
when we miss family and friends
when we long for a hug and a handshake
when we dream of meals gathered around the table
when we can’t help but worry
when our fingers scroll mindlessly
help us to remember
You are here.
Keep our eyes and hearts fixed on you –
your faithfulness
your hope
your joy
your grace
your forgiveness
your love.
You are here
with an overflowing love that knows no bounds
and welcomes all to a place at the table.
You are here
to feed us with mercy and compassion
to comfort us with tenderness
to welcome us in rest and peace.
You are here.
Amen.
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. You can read more at her website, follow her work on Facebook, or sign up for her monthly newsletter.