Hard Times

A person comforts another who is upset, sitting closely together outdoors.

Hard times take many forms: the loss of a job or other economic hardship; the devastation of a flood or other natural disaster; the horror of violent assault. Just getting out of bed can be an act of great courage at times like these. Whisper a prayer for yourself, or say one for your friend, community, or the world. Hope will find you. 
 

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“My ancestors speak to me there in that small, windowless room”
A pile of old, assorted black-and-white and color photographs is placed in a wooden box.
“We can’t always be brave, but we can dance.”
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“May God bless you and keep you safe”

A person walking on a paved road pushing a stroller, with fallen leaves scattered on the ground.

Blessed are You, who defeats our enemies and quashes all arrogance.”

Person holding Pray for Ukraine sign at a rally, with a Ukrainian flag nearby and people in the background.

“Blessed are those who wander. / Blessed are those who gather them in.”

Person walking alone on a sunlit road casting a long shadow.

“May we all learn strategies of resistance…May goodness prevail over evil.”

A close-up of a sunflower with sunlight softly illuminating its petals against a blurred background.

“We ask Your protection for Ukraine and its citizens”

Ukrainian flag waving against a dramatic sky and forest silhouette at sunset.

“It is the middle of the night and I am awake”

 

Silhouette of a person sitting in a dimly lit room, facing a window with soft, natural light coming in.

“We see you. We hold you.”

People in a subway station sit on a bench under a large wall medallion, wearing masks and using phones.

“there is a space between / flags and fireworks”

Historic building with a tall clock tower under a dramatic sky at sunset, surrounded by a grassy area.

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