My Intention for this week is...
Morning Prayer for the Week
Thank you, God, for this new day.
On this day’s path
may I grow in faith
and increase in love,
that I may be worthy of the call you have placed on my life.
Evening Prayer
The night is a gift from you, O God,
a time of rest for the weary.
Forgive any unfaithfulness in me,
and grant me peace,
that I may rest easy,
wholly trusting in you. Amen.
Readings for the Week: Luke 19:1-10
Questions for Reflection
1. We sometimes imagine that we must earn God’s love. In the story of Zacchaeus,
however, Jesus offered companionship to him even before Zacchaeus made
restoration to those he had cheated. Did he make amends as a requirement, or as
the joyful response for receiving the love of Jeus? What makes “grace” grace?
2. Making amends is one of the steps of AA and other 12-step groups. However,
making amends is only encouraged when doing so will not cause further harm. Why
do you think that is an important caution?
3. Who have you harmed, intentionally or unintentionally? Are you able to make
amends? What might that look like in your situation?
Intentionally Christian as a Congregation
• Consider getting a journal to record your intentions and experiences each week.
• Join in on the second and fourth Sundays at 5:30 p.m. for Intentionally Christian
Conversations led by Pastor Judith or Ben Stewart.
• Think about sharing your intention or experience with Trinity friends in a small group,
on a communal bulletin board in the narthex, or on the Trinity Facebook page.