Homily “Spelunking for Christ” Isaiah 9:1-4; Matthew 4:12-23 January 25, 2026 Rev. Annie Watson ARCWP

Rev. Annie Watson ARCWP and Rev. Jayme Mathis

 

Have you ever experienced absolute darkness, such as not being able to see the hand in front of your face in a cavern or cave? Other than the literal absence of light, darkness can refer to ignorance, confusion, uncertainty, depression, or evil. Individually, we’ve all been in a dark place, have we not? The solution to darkness is light, which is something our religious tradition knows a thing or two about. 

Did you notice the subtle difference between the readings in Isaiah and Matthew? Isaiah writes, “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.” Later in history, Matthew quotes Isaiah, saying, “The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light.” Isaiah uses the word “walked,” while Matthew uses the word “sat”. Differences like this can be attributed to scribes making subtle changes while copying textscentury after century, sometimes accidentally and sometimes on purpose, or, more than likely in this case, the difference is due to the process of translation from one language to another.

We’ll let the scholars play with that, but let’s take it as it is. 

There is a subtle, yet meaningful difference between the two verbs—walking and sitting—and many commentators, both ancient and modern, have noticed it. Isaiah is describing the plight of the Israelites in the 8th century B.C. during the Assyrian conquest of Israel. The people are “walking in darkness.” They are carrying on with their lives. They haven’t given up. (I see a parallel today with the Ukrainians, who continue to carry on in the worst of circumstances.) 

Fast forward eight centuries. The Romans are now the big bullies on the block. Quoting Isaiah, Matthew describes the resolve of the Jews in a slightly different way. Rather than walking in darkness, Matthew says they are sitting in darkness. This suggests they feel stuck—trapped—with no way out. There is a deep sense of helplessness. They feel they are unable to change their situation.

The differences in Isaiah and Matthew—walking versus sitting in darkness—compel us to ask ourselves which posture we are taking. When we find ourselves in some kind ofdarkness, do we carry on or do we give up? Either way, I believe we should adopt the mindset of a spelunker, someone who shines light in a dark cave. As Christians, we are called to bring light to the world. How are Christians similar to spelunkers, you ask? Let me count the ways:

1. Both spelunkers and Christians are called to enter dark places with light and the proper equipment.

Spelunkers go into caves prepared. They bring headlamps, ropes, and tools because they expect darkness. They are ready for it. Likewise, living in a spiritually dark world, Christ-followers should carry the light of Christ and be equipped. One way to be equipped is to bring a map, which we understand as our Holy Scriptures. Paul reminds us in 2 Timothy 3:16-17 that “All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work.” Are we “equipped” like a spelunker for Christ? Are we prepared to enter the darkness of the world with the Light of Christ? 

One of the things we have to guard against is being lulled into thinking that the darkness is no longer a problem, so we dim or even turn off our lights and lay aside our equipment, thinking none of that is no longer necessary. A good analogy of this is folks who stop taking medication for mental or physical health. We begin to think that we don’t need our medicine any longer because we feel fine. And when we stop taking it, what happens? The darkness returns. The same is true when we turn off the light of Christ in our lives. The darkness will return. So,point number one: enter the dark places of this world with the light of Christ and the proper equipment.

2. Both spelunkers and Christians discover hidden beauty. 

When the tour guide turns on the lights in a cavern, we see breathtaking formations—stalactites, underground rivers, crystal chambers, you name it. Likewise, with the Light of Christ in our lives, we discover the hidden beauty of a faith tradition illuminated by such things as forgiveness and reconciliation, a sense of purpose and peace of mind, care and compassion, healing and hope, just to name a few. Discovering the Light of Christ in our inner lives is like discovering the inner beauty of a hidden cave. 

3. Both spelunkers and Christians face many obstacles. 

Spelunkers experience tight squeezes and unexpected problems. They crawl through narrow passages, climb over rocks, and sometimes get a little muddy. Christ-followers can also face a great deal of obstacles and challenges, such as persecution (in some places), marginalization, internal struggles, ethical dilemmas, and societal pressures to conform or compromise. Spelunkers and Christians both learn to overcomeobstacles.

4. Both spelunkers and Christians depend on community. 

Spelunkers use the buddy system. If someone slips, gets stuck, or loses their light, others step in. Christ-followers arealso called to use a buddy system. Remember when Jesus sends out his disciples “two by two”? But let’s go back even further in our faith tradition, to a passage from the book of Ecclesiastes. In chapter 4:9-10, we find these words: “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up the other; but woe to one who is alone and falls and does not have another to help.” We can best bring the Light of Christ to the world if we do so as a community.

5. Both spelunkers and Christians emerge from their time in the darkness transformed.

After hours underground, spelunkers come back to the surface with a new appreciation for light, space, and fresh air. This is not unlike the return of astronauts from the darkness of space. More than a few have expressed a greater interest in the spiritual world after they have had a space-traveling birds-eye view of the physical world and the universe writ large. Christ-followers, after walking through (or sitting in) difficult and dark times, often emerge with greater faith, more humility, and deepergratitude. We are transformed by the light that breaks into the darkness, so therefore, we should never be afraid of the darkness.

Are we carrying the Light of Christ? Are we discovering the hidden beauty of our faith tradition? Are we ready to face all theobstacles? Are we doing all this in community with others? And are we being transformed as a result? Are we ready to be spelunkers for Christ? If so, let’s make sure our batteries are fully charged in our headlamps. Amen.

Liturgy for St. Brigid of Kildare --Icon of God's Love, Prepared by Bridget Mary Meehan ARCWP

 

Feast Day: Feb. 1st

Welcome: 

Presider: 

We warmly welcome you to this celebration of St. Brigid of Kildare and our call to live gospel hospitality in our world today . 

Greeting:

Presider : We begin our celebration in the name of God our Creator,
the Sacred Source who breathes life into Earth and all her creatures;
and in the name of Jesus our brother,
companion of the poor, healer of the broken,
and prophet of inclusive love;
and in the name of the Holy Spirit, our Wisdom,
the fire that warms, transforms, and calls us into courage and compassion.

All :

Brigid of Kildare,
woman of fire and holy hospitality,
midwife of mercy, healer of bodies and souls,
guardian of the sacred flame that no power could extinguish—
walk with us on our journey.

Ignite our hearts with your courage,
open our hands in generous welcome,
steady our steps in the work of justice,
and teach us to honor the holiness of Earth and one another.

May this gathering renew our commitment to be living icons of the Holy One in our world.

     ALL:  Amen.

Gathering Song: Light the Fire by Liam Lawton ( Begin at 1:00)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=juAeEhRWZRk

There travels forth from the passages of history

A woman’s voice that is heard across the plains,

That calls once more, for a people of new vision

To heal our wounds and green our Earth again,

To heal our wounds and green our Earth again.

She spreads her cloak ‘cross the land and far beyond it,

A shadow cast on a people void of hope.

She speaks of peace and the chains that weigh upon it

And there her light shall glimmer from the oak

And all that binds the people shall be broke.

So light the Fire of God’s desire

Within all hearts, let sorrows end.

So light the Fire of God’s desire

God’s chosen one, Your peace upon us send.

And we today need a prophet of new vision,

To lift the low – the forgotten child to heed,

To be the voice of the wounded and the weary,

To plant anew a fresh and peaceful seed

To dance the dance of God’s own Blessed Bríd.

So light the Fire of God’s desire

Within all hearts, let sorrows end.

So light the Fire of God’s desire

God’s chosen one, Your peace upon us send.

 Transformation Rite:

Presider: 
Holy One,
we come before you aware of our wounds
and the ways we have fallen short
of living as the Christ Presence in our world.

Yet we trust in the love you have placed within us—
a love that heals, forgives, and restores.

(Brief Silence)

Breathe in the tenderness of God.
Breathe out compassion for yourself, for one another, and for our Earth.

Presider and All: 

(Please extend hands in gesture of mutual forgiveness and pray together)

All: God of Compassion,
Mothering and Fathering Love,
through Jesus, our brother,
you show us that nothing can separate us
from your unconditional love.

Through the Spirit—Holy Wisdom, Sophia—
we receive healing and peace.
We forgive one another
and renew our care for each other
and for all creation.

Amen.

ALL: GLORIA

https://youtu.be/rbarqE9o8QY   

 

Opening Prayer:

Holy Wisdom,
You stirred the fire in Brigid of Kildare—
fire that healed,
fire that welcomed the stranger,
fire that refused to be extinguished
by empire, fear, or silence.

Kindle that same fire in us today.
May our worship ignite courage,
our bread become justice,
and our table become wide enough
for every body and every story.

We ask this in the many names of the Holy One,
now and always.
All: Amen.

Liturgy of the Word:

First Reading: 

A Reading from Prophet Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13

Seek God, all you humble of the land! You who have observed the law: Seek justice! Seek humility!

Perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of God’s anger.

On that day, in the midst of ruins, I will leave, as a remnant,
a people humble and lowly.

The remnant of My people will take refuge in My Holy Name.

They will do no wrong
They will speak no lies.
A deceitful tongue will not be found in their mouths. They will pasture and lie down

with none to disturb them.

The Word of an ancient prophet.

All: Thanks be to God.

Response:  

You have Anointed me -video by MT Streck

https://youtu.be/vUMdXhZB08U

Second Reading: 

 A Reading from Praying with Celtic Holy Women by Bridget Mary Meehan and Regina Madonna Oliver

Brigit of Kildare was born around 450 a.d. at the time of transition from pagan to Christian Ireland. Legends say that Brigit was baptized and named by angels and that she was midwife to the Virgin Mary and godmother of Jesus. (Anachronisms did not disturb the Celtic mind!)

In her early years, she is likely to have worked on a farm, milked cows, and churned butter. Statues often depict Brigit with a cow at her feet. She was seen as the protector of farm animals and guardian of the harvest. When she reached the age of marriage, she rejected the suitors her father had chosen for her, dedicated her life to Christ, and became an abbess.

The story goes that during one Easter season Brigit noted that there was not enough ale for seventeen of her churches. She changed water into beer to make sure that her churches were well supplied for the season.

 One time, Brigit even gave the elaborate, feast-day robes of Bishop Conleth to the poor. When the bishop needed his vestments for an upcoming feast day, Saint Brigit gave him another set of vestments similar in both weave and color to those she had given away. Miraculously, Brigit had received replacements from Christ just when they were needed.

Another story told of Brigit involves a basket of apples which were given to her but which she promptly gave to some poor beggars. When her benefactor complained, Brigit replied, “What is mine is theirs.” Even in her early life, Brigit managed to give away valuable items belonging to her chieftain father. Brigit’s strong sense of justice was evident throughout her life.

Generous hospitality, a traditional characteristic of Celtic people, was a hallmark of St. Brigit’s life. Brigit was a woman of abundance. All were welcome at her table of plenty. She saw to it that there was more than enough food, drink, and love to nourish all who came to her hearth and home. 

It is this value system that empowers our compassionate outreach in today’s ministry of peace and justice. It enlivens this century’s awareness of humanity as a global village for whose welfare each one of us is accountable.

These are the inspired words of Bridget Mary Meehan and Regina Madonna Oliver in Praying with Celtic Holy Women, and we respond 

All: Thanks be to God.

Gospel acclamation: Celtic Alleluia 

https://youtu.be/ApCym8o6-gE   

Gospel: 
A Reading from the Gospel attributed to Matthew 5:1-12

Glory to you, O God.

Seeing the crowds, Jesus went up a mountain. When he sat down, his disciples came to him. Jesus began to speak, teaching them.

“Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kin-dom of heaven.

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Blessed are the gentle,
for they will inherit the earth.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will have their fill.

Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.

Blessed are the pure of heart, for they will see God.

Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God.

Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness,

for theirs is the kin-dom of heaven.

And blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you and utter all kinds of slander against you, falsely, on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your gift is great in heaven. In the very same way, they persecuted the prophets who were before you.” 

These are the inspired words of the evangelist, Matthew and we respond: 

All: Thanks be to God. 

Homily Starter: St. Brigit of Kildare — An Icon of Gospel Love by Bridget Mary Meehan ARCWP

Today we remember St. Brigid of Kildare, a woman whose life continues to inspire contemporary disciples of Jesus to become living reflections of divine compassion, generous hospitality, mutual partnership, and deep love for creation.

Brigit lived the spirit of Jesus with remarkable courage and tenderness. Like Jesus of Nazareth, she welcomed women as full disciples, embraced the poor and the outcast, challenged unjust authority, and made hospitality a sacred act. The stories passed down about Brigit tell us of her radical generosity—food multiplied for the hungry, land shared with the poor, animals protected, and strangers welcomed as Christ himself. These are not quaint legends; they are Gospel truths embodied in a woman’s life.

Brigit’s inclusivity echoes the ministry of Jesus who dined with tax collectors and sinners, who crossed boundaries of gender, class, and purity, and who revealed a God whose love knows no limits. In Brigit’s world—and in ours—belonging is not earned. It is given. Her life proclaims that everyone belongs at the Banquet Table of Love, no matter who you are or where you come from. Here, we are loved totally, tenderly, and passionately in the heart of God.

In this way, Brigit stands in holy continuity with the first disciples—Mary Magdalene, Peter, and the many unnamed women and men who followed Jesus through the ages. Together, they remind us that discipleship has never been about uniformity, hierarchy, or exclusion. It has always been about relationship, courage, and love poured out for the life of the world. 

According to early hagiographical sources, St. Brigid of Kildare was consecrated by Bishop Mel, who—according to tradition—mistakenly read the episcopal ordination prayers over her. Rather than retracting the rite, Bishop Mel is said to have affirmed that Brigit received episcopal authority from God. Together with Conleth, Brigit exercised mutual partnership as spiritual leaders of the double monastic community at Kildare.¹

Brigit also calls us into right relationship with creation. Her reverence for the land, for animals, for the rhythms of nature reflects a deeply incarnational faith—one that recognizes the sacred in all that God has made. In a time of ecological crisis, her witness urges us to live gently on the earth, to protect what is vulnerable, and to see creation itself as a partner in praising God.

We have come full circle in our own time. In contemporary inclusive communities, we are reclaiming Jesus’ original vision of discipleship—one rooted in baptismal equality, shared leadership, and mutual blessing. Like Brigit, we are called to trust our God-given gifts and to use them boldly for healing, justice, and reconciliation.

May St. Brigit of Kildare encourage us to open wide our doors, our tables, and our hearts. May her life remind us that Gospel hospitality is not optional—it is the very shape of love. And may we, like her, become radiant reflections of God’s compassion in a world longing to know that it truly belongs.

¹ This account appears in early medieval Irish hagiography, particularly in the Vita Sanctae Brigitae attributed to Cogitosus (7th century), which emphasizes Brigit’s spiritual authority and leadership at Kildare. While historians debate the literal historicity of Brigit’s episcopal consecration, many scholars agree that the story reflects the extraordinary authority Brigit held in the early Irish Church, where abbesses—especially at Kildare—often exercised leadership that surpassed that of bishops. See Cogitosus, Life of St. Brigid; Lisa M. Bitel, Land of Women: Tales of Sex and Gender from Early Ireland (Cornell University Press, 1996); and Joan Chittister, The Liturgical Year (Thomas Nelson, 2009). Feminist theologians interpret this tradition as evidence of early Christian models of shared, non-hierarchical leadership and women’s sacramental authority in the Celtic Church.

Shared Homily with Community Gathered:

  A Communal Statement of Faith: 

 

Reader: We are a people shaped by the Beatitudes,
called to live the Gospel not only in words, but in embodied love, courageous justice, and communal hope.
Inspired by the witness of Saint Brigid of Kildare, we claim this way of life as our witness today.

 All: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the reign of God.

Reader: With Brigid, we trust in God’s abundance.
We loosen our grip on privilege and power, choosing simplicity, shared leadership, and open tables where all belong.

All: Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

Reader: We honor grief—our own and the world’s.
Like Brigid, who tended the sick and welcomed the weary, we stand with those wounded by exclusion, violence, and injustice, believing compassion is holy ground.

 All: Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.

Reader: We renounce domination and hierarchy.
Following Brigid’s gentle authority, we practice leadership as service, consensus as wisdom, and humility as strength.

 All: Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they shall be filled.

Reader: We commit ourselves to Gospel equality.
In Brigid’s fierce generosity and prophetic courage, we seek a Church and world where dignity is non-negotiable and love is the measure of all things.

 All Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.

Reader: We choose mercy over judgment.
As Brigid welcomed the stranger and fed the poor, we forgive, heal, and make room for new beginnings—trusting mercy to be God’s own heartbeat.

 All: Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.

Reader: We cultivate inner truth and contemplative awareness.
With Brigid, we recognize God in flame and field, in prayer and practice, in bodies and communities made sacred by love.

All: Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.

Reader: We become bridges where there is division.
Rooted in Brigid’s reconciling spirit, we commit to nonviolence, dialogue, and the patient work of restoring right relationship.

All: Blessed are those persecuted for justice’ sake, for theirs is the reign of God.

Reader: We accept the cost of discipleship.
As Brigid stood firm in her calling, we remain faithful when our witness is misunderstood or resisted, trusting the Spirit to bring new life.

All: This is our faith.

Reader: We believe the Beatitudes are not distant ideals but living pathways.
We believe Brigid’s witness is alive among us—calling us to hospitality without borders, leadership without domination, and holiness woven into daily life.

All: We commit ourselves—together—
to live the Beatitudes now,
to be a community of equals,
to embody Gospel justice and mercy,
and to witness, with courage and joy,
to God’s transforming love in our world today. 

Prayers of the Community

Prayer Leader:

We bring our prayers to the Holy One,
trusting that Sacred Fire still moves among us.

Response:
Holy Wisdom, hear our prayer.

For women who lead, preach, heal, and serve, often unseen or unnamed,
that their gifts be honored and their voices amplified.
Holy Wisdom, hear our prayer.

For the Earth, our common home,
for rivers, animals, forests, and fragile lands,
that we may protect what is sacred and shared.
Holy Wisdom, hear our prayer.

For all who hunger—for bread, dignity, belonging, and hope—
that our communities become places of radical hospitality.
Holy Wisdom, hear our prayer.

For those whose inner fire has grown dim through grief, injustice, or exhaustion,
that healing and courage may be restored.
Holy Wisdom, hear our prayer.

(Spoken intentions…)

Prayer Leader:
Receive these prayers, O Holy One,
and empower us to become the answer we seek.
Amen.

Preparation of the Gifts:

Presiders (raise bread and wine): 

 

Presider:

 Blessed are you, God of all creation. Through your goodness, each one of us has bread and the fruit of the vine to offer at this sacred meal which the earth has given and human hands have made. They will become for us our Bread of Life and Spiritual Drink.  

                                  

                                           Liturgy of the Eucharist

Prayer Leader: Holy One, You dwell in us.

All: And in every living being.

Prayer Leader: Lift up your hearts.

All:  We lift them up to the Creator in whom all are one.

Prayer Leader: Let us give thanks for the gift of life.

All: Amen, Alleluia

Prayer Leader: With the angels and saints we give thanks and praise.

for our oneness with all living beings in the family of God as we sing: 

Preface:

Prayer Leader: 

Holy One, you are indeed blessed,
for from the beginning
you have breathed life into creation
and called it good.

You lit the stars,
warmed the womb of the Earth,
and kindled the fire of wisdom
in women and men
who dared to live your justice.

And so we join the community of angels and saints in singing our joyful praise:

 All: Holy, Holy, Holy by  Karen Drucker piano and video by Linda Lee and Rick Miller 

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orKBBIj5LZA 

                                       

                                                      Eucharistic Prayer:

Prayer Leader: 

In Jesus, child of Mary,
we saw your compassion made flesh—
breaking barriers,
feeding the hungry,
touching the untouchable,
and trusting women as witnesses, leaders, and friends.

In Brigid of Kildare,
your Spirit blazed again—
in hospitality without limits,
in healing hands,
in a faith rooted in Earth and Gospel alike.

Epiclesis (Calling on the Spirit)

Presider: 

Holy Wisdom,
send your Spirit upon this bread and wine,
and upon us.

As we share the bread of life and lift the cup of blessing at this festive meal as we pray 

come Holy Spirit deepen your Presence within us 

and in these gifts of bread and wine.

May this table ignite holy fire within us—
to heal,
to welcome,
to resist injustice,
and to live as a priestly people
called by baptism, not hierarchy.

On the night before he died,
Jesus gathered with friends at table—
not as ruler, but as companion.

He took bread,
blessed it, broke it, and shared it, saying:

“Take and eat.
This is my body, given for you.
Whenever you do this,
remember me.”

Presider: 

In the same way, Jesus took the cup of wine. He said the blessing, gave the cup to his friends and said, “Take this all of you and drink it. Do this in memory of me.”  

Memorial Acclamation

Prayer Leader and All: 

 Let us proclaim the Mystery of Faith, the sacred presence of our nurturing God:
We remember your life of love,
We proclaim your death to injustice,
We commit ourselves to your resurrection hope.

Prayer Leader:   We remember the saints in every age, who lived their call to discipleship: Mary, Mother of Jesus, Peter, Andrew, Mary Magdalene, Susanna, Joanna, Brigid of Kildare and all our beloved family and friends. We recall the spiritual legacy of generous giving and gracious hospitality they have passed down to us through the ages.  We join in the cosmic dance in communion with all that is, all that was, and all that will be. Through Christ, in Christ, with Christ, all creation leaps for joy! 

The Great Amen with Linda Lee Miller

https://youtu.be/Dy76fpfkNsg

THE PRAYER OF JESUS

Presider:   We pray the prayer that Jesus prayed using the translation from the Aramaic: 

All:

 Birther of the cosmos, breathe life into our hearts. 

May your power and counsel rule our lives and the whole creation. 

May your will to love find its home in each human heart, 

as it is at home throughout the cosmos. 

Grant us today both bread and wisdom, 

that we may in turn become bread for others. 

Loose the cords of secret debts that bind us, 

and in the strength this freedom gives us, 

help us loose the cords we bind round others.

Don’t let surface things delude us, but free us from unripeness, 

from all that holds us back from loving you. 

For from you is born the astonishing fire, 

the ruling will, the power and song that give life to all, 

here and now and forever,  Amen.

Sign of Peace: THE SIGN OF PEACE 

Prayer Leader:  

Jesus, you said:  Peace I leave you, my peace I give you. May we be the peace we wish to see in the world.  Let us share a gesture of deep peace and justice with everyone in the circle of life as we bow toward you with hands folded, saying together: 

ALL:   The peace of Christ be with you.  Namaste,  Namaste,  Namaste.

Litany for the Breaking of the Bread:

Presider and All:  

God of love in you, with you and through you, we will love. 

God of service, in you, with you, and through you, we will serve. 

God of justice, in you, with you and through you, we will do justice.

Presider: 
This is Christ’s table,
not owned, not earned, not restricted.

All who hunger for justice,
all who thirst for mercy,
all who seek healing and hope—
come.

The fire is lit.
The bread is broken.
Love is shared.

( Share Communion with one another saying: You are the Body of Christ. )

Communion Song:  An Irish Heart by Tim Janis ( Play 3 minutes of this meditation video)

https://youtu.be/Hib1FX_9rVk

Prayer After Communion

Presider:
Holy One,
you have fed us with fire and bread,
with courage and compassion.

May we leave this table
burning with Brigid’s bold love,
walking gently on the Earth,
and building communities
where all are welcome
and none are forgotten.

Amen.

Presider and All: Prayers of Gratitude, Introductions and Announcements

Final Blessing: 

Presider:  

Please extend your arms in blessing as we pray an Ancient St. Brigit Blessing and bless one another:

Brigid's Blessing: Brigid's Blessing:

      

https://youtu.be/hw-Z2Vfskvo?si=9nw3QleZwQAtlpDt

 

Closing Song: St. Brigid's Fire by Kevin Heider ( Play 1 minute)

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcDScSLTgFI 

St. Brigid's Lake of Beer Prayer

I would wish a great lake of ale for the King of Kings; I would wish the family of heaven to be drinking it throughout life and time. I would wish the People of Heaven in my own house; I would wish vessels of peace to be given to them.

Liturgy prepared by Bridget Mary Meehan, ARCWP

Association of Roman Catholic Woman Priests

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www.arcwp.org
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