Justin Appel

Dear Friends in Christ,

Today is the feast of Saint Aidan of Lindisfarne. I would simply like to share a prayer of St. Aidan’s for our consideration this morning.

This is a beautiful text, and one with potential for contemplation. I love Roxanna Panufnik’s angular, unsentimental treatment of this poetic language in her choral setting, and I share a link to a recording here. It may take a few listenings to appreciate this music, but it’s worth the effort.

Bless O Lord, this place.
This Holy Place,
Make it a place of joy and light
Make it a place of holiness and hospitality
Make it a place of grace and goodness
And begin with me.

Yours in Christ,
Justin