Blue Christmas Service

Last night my pastor, Laurie Boche, and I held a Blue Christmas service for those who find this time of the year difficult.  We are supposed to be so HAPPY!  But some people are grieving a loss ~ of a loved one, of a job, of good health--there are many reasons one might not be happy at this time of the year.  


It is not easy and it takes courage to face our grief fully and surrender to its reality.  Surrendering turns it over to that which is bigger than we are--to God, the Universe, Allah--what is your name for Supreme Consciousness?  Laurie did the majority of the service, but I contributed poems and a grief litany I wrote for the service.  I post it here.

Sadness burdens our hearts

Let God carry our burden

Anger puts up walls

Let the Beloved hear our anger

Fear grips us tightly

Let the Holy One soften our hearts

If we pour out our grief to God ~ Surrendering all that is within

Grace will break us open

Divine Light will flood our darkness

And our hearts will be filled with the Comforter's unwavering love

Rumi said:  "...the wailing of broken hearts is the doorway to God."

I wish you all peace in your hearts.