Remembering the Marginalized
“God’s mercy is for those who fear the Lord
from generation to generation.”
--from St. Luke’s story of faith
Today as I celebrate my birthday, I am drawn to do a bit of reflecting. I am so fortunate! Mercy and grace come my way far beyond anything I can comprehend. Over my career I've traveled to various parts of our country to rebuild homes after natural disasters; I've been on selection committees to choose which family become the new Habitat for Humanity partner family; I've visited and worked in Central America and in Africa with the poorest of the poor and served in soup kitchens in several of the great cities of our land. There are stories galore that can accompany each of the above phrases.
I am grateful for all that has come my way-- I've never had to personally experience what it is like to live life on the margins. Today I'm celebrating a life blessed beyond my wildest imaginations! More than that, I'm remembering the marginalized who have and who are journeying toward the same destination – attempting to make it through yet another day.
Prayer: God whose mystery is beyond my comprehension. Be near your world and bring us peace. Amen.
--Ben Keckler
12.22.09
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