Gracious and Ever-Present God, We gather in reverence, seeking Your presence in the sacred spaces where hearts unite in worship. From the quiet hum of a meetinghouse to the soaring hymns in shared fellowship, may every place of worship become a sanctuary where Your spirit moves freely.
We lift up the Champaign-Urbana Society of Friends and all who gather this Sunday—those who sing, those who sit in silence, those who speak as led by Your spirit. May the communal stillness be filled with Your wisdom, and may every word shared reflect the depths of Your truth. Let those joining near and far, in the meetinghouse and through technology, feel the closeness of unity, the embrace of divine love, and the peace that surpasses understanding.
Bless the children, Lord—both the older ones learning in their own ways and the little ones who gather with wonder and curiosity. May their steps be guided, their hearts nurtured, and their spirits lifted in joy. Keep them within Your light, and let their laughter remind us of the purity of faith.
As the first Sunday of the month invites us into Potluck Sunday, may the tables be filled not only with food but with conversation, kindness, and the richness of shared life. May those who bring a dish and those who simply bring themselves feel equally welcome, equally seen, equally cherished in Your presence.
In the days ahead, may we walk in grace, honoring You with our thoughts, words, and actions. May unity be our foundation, and may purpose guide our steps. Wherever we go, whatever we do, let our lives reflect Your light.
May peace prevail—in our homes, in our gatherings, in our hearts.
In Your holy and unchanging name, Amen. 💕✌️🙏
Whispers of Grace 
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