For this Sunday, August 20th, the focus for
our meditation will be on Resolve. There was a tremendous amount of reporting
this past week offering different perspectives on the situation in
Charlottesville and the broader reflection it provided on the ills of our
country. One account that especially
struck me was an article by a member of the clergy and their experience during
the protests. It took great courage for
those individuals to purposely wade into the middle of some of the frays that
erupted, knowing they risked physical harm.
Their Resolve to be a center of peace and calm is what motivated
and sustained them even when chaos seemed to be unraveling around them. One definition of the word Resolve is
the firm commitment to act. It is backed
by a determination that is unwavering, even in the face of doubt and uncertainty. There is a groundedness to individuals who
possess true Resolve, for they can be very much in touch with their spiritual
center. They often have deep insight
into who they are and more importantly, who they need to be in times of crisis. Genuine Resolve can be profoundly
peaceful in its strength and does not require force or physical violence to make
an impact. As our nation deals with the
anger that continues to fuel demonstrations across this country let us ask to
all find the courage to stand with Resolve against hatred, bigotry, and
violence. This week in our prayer and
meditation time let us support those with Resolve to maintain calm in
the face of turmoil. May we all be shown
how to find Resolve at times when we may be fearful or uncertain, and
may our unity help sustain our commitment to each other as we seek to heal the
long-standing wounds of this great nation.
In our efforts this week let us also continue to use the
energy of our prayers and meditation to amplify the light that covers and fills
this nation. As we perform our
meditation this week let us begin by re-energizing the brilliance and power of
the light we create. Just as before,
begin by forming a concentrated ball of light that is so bright it is almost
impossible to look directly at it. Raise
this sphere of light up high over the nation and then let its rays cascade down
to create a solid, impenetrable dome of light that completely covers every inch
of our country. From shore to shore and
border to border let the entire continent be filled with this brilliant, dense
light that will serve to magnify the best and highest qualities of our country
and the people who live across its vast lands.
Please follow the same practice as before: Get centered in
your body, ask to bring in your guides and others who are there to assist us,
and connect to the circle of others participating in this project.
Ask yourself what do I feel in my body when I have maintained
Resolve in my commitment to a
difficult decision? How does it feel in my body when I have Resolve to take action even when afraid?
Then send the energy and intention of those feelings to the nation.
Be sure to disconnect from the circle at the end and express
thanks for those who have helped us in this effort.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share
please let me know via e-mail to kmiritello@gmail.com
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