It's Sunday, May 24th. Do you go to church? Although I don't watch the news, I heard that our president considers churches, mosques, and temples to be essential and governors of each state need to open them up, so folks can gather and worship.
I agree. Evelyn Beatrice Hall stated: "I do not agree with what you have to say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it." I feel the same way about the concept of 'worship.' Although I was raised with religion, my concept of worship looks different now.
It's more in alignment with the song Karen Drucker sings:
My religion is kindness
My church is nature
My god is a feeling
that lives deep inside
My job is to be conscious
My path is forgiveness
My religion is kindness
and I practice it everyday.
In holding space for everyone to worship in a way that feels right to them, we are honoring our multidimensionality, too. Doesn't that feel expansive?
Today, I will be worshipping according to the dictates of my own heart. I may be singing Karen Drucker...or something by the Grand Slambovians.
Their song 'Invisible' is another powerful piece that I love. Here's part of the chorus:
I'm so happy You are here with me...
I'm so happy You are here with me.
Whenever I feel afraid,
I close my eyes and pray
And I enter the Invisible with You.
Do you have a favorite hymn?
A favorite song?
Maybe you have a favorite ritual or prayer?
Meister Eckart said, "If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is thank you, it will be enough."
I will be outside. Singing in nature and giving thanks for this amazing time to be alive.