Blessing

Went to Grace last night where the theme for the start of a new year was blessing - looking at blessings received and given and looking forward to hoped for opportunities to give and receive.

I had not encountered the writings of John O'Donohue before - I will search out his book.

The worship was laid back, engaging and powerful. In the service there was an opportunity for anointing and receiving this blessing:

May all that is unforgiven in you be released.

May your fears yield their deepest tranquillities.

May all that is unlived in you

blossom into a future graced with love.

Profound and moving stuff.