NEW YEAR, NEW BEGINNINGS

“The Lord said:

Forget what happened long ago! Don't think about the past.

I am creating something new. There it is! Do you see it?

I have put roads in deserts, streams in thirsty lands.”

2023 is not just a new year with the same old patterns and misfortunes, but a new year with roads through the deserts and streams in thirsty lands. Roads to lead us to a better place, where everyone is treated with respect and streams that satisfy our thirst for a just and fair society.

I pray this new year will be one where peace reigns in all our hearts and homes and our community is one that abounds with hope.