Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Winter Solstice Prayer



by Joyce Mason

God, Goddess, All That Is:
Help me see in the dark.

This longest night of the year
we celebrate the turning-point
between the Night Force and Day.

Meanwhile, hibernation.
We protect the seeds of our own creations
nurture them underground
until frost turns raindrops and each pod’s promise
bursts through dirt, darkness, and lack of faith.

And at long last, we see the value of the Night—
its part in the Perfect Plan—
to know You

and our part in it.



~~~

© 2009 by Joyce Mason. All Rights Reserved.


Happy Yule/Solstice on December 21st!

For more Winter Solstice and seasonal inspiration, read these posts on Hot Flashbacks, Cool Insights:

Turn on the Lights!  A "creation myth" that encompasses diverse beliefs and the spirit of the season.

Hug the Dark ~ Winter Solstice rituals and embracing winter.

Winter Solstice ~ Multiple traditions and rituals for celebrating Winter Solstice.
 
Vanity Fair ~ Surprises from spirit and discovering inner light.
 
Happy Holidays! Another Kind of Peace Sign ~ Honoring others' beliefs in the season of love and light.

Let It Begin with Me ~ Music-inspired tips on what you can do personally to promote peace on earth.

2 comments:

Susannah said...

That is beautiful Joyce - Happy Solstice / Yule to you - x

Joyce Mason said...

Thank you, Susannah. A joyous Solstice and soul-satisfying winter to you, too! I love the dark, introspective time of year for all the creativity that quietly gains power for bursting forth in spring.