To Care

Today’s Reflection

To care is to cry out with those who are ill, confused, lonely, isolated, and forgotten, and to recognize their pains in our own heart. To care is to enter into the world of those who are broken and powerless and to establish there a fellowship of the weak.

—Henri J. M. Nouwen, A Spirituality of Caregiving, edited by John S. Mogabgab (Upper Room Books, 2011)

Today’s Question

Contigo means “with you” in Spanish. How can simply being with someone during a difficult time be a healing act? Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

“Look, the virgin shall become pregnant and give birth to a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel,” which means, “God is with us.”—Matthew 1:23 (NRSVUE)

Prayer for the Week

God of Love, open my eyes so I can see each of your children from your perspective. Fill me with your compassion so I can love my enemies as you love them. Amen.Submit your prayer to The Upper Room.