...the garments

in which they minister,

for these are holy.

             Ezekiel 42. 14

(A habit is a long loose garment

            worn by a member

            of a religious order.

     It is what distinguishes them.

But a habit is also

              a regular practice

that establishes a pattern of living.

The garments we have ready

and choose to wear into our day,

mark us by bearing His name

    wherever we are

    and among whomever..

Our clothing is more than appearance,

even surpassing daily practices,

by equipping us with

pockets full of grace and love,

ready and watching,

doing and being,

the marks and ministry

        of the faithful.

Grace is always

    the most appropriate clothing

    for any occasion.)

O LORD,

Help us to choose this day

to be ready and willing

   to minister to You,

     and to those around us,

with a wardrobe of love,

joy, peace, patience,

kindness, goodness,

faithfulness and self control.

May we be aware

of where we are,

among whom we are,

    and Whose we are.

Help us to be ready,

dressed and shoes tied on

to bring You honor

  in the most unlikely places

  and among the most unexpected.

May we be aware

          of the holy ground

          of ministering this day..

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