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"Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and God saved them from their distress."
Psalm 107:19
PRAY
Prayer can be a grace-filled aid on your healing journey. It helps you to center when you are feeling overwhelmed by memories of abuse or by the stress of everyday triggers. It allows your body to relax so that your physical, emotional, and spiritual wounds may heal. Perhaps most importantly, it is a reminder that you are not on this journey alone. God is with you.
Here is a helpful prayer practice for anytime of day:
If you have just a few moments, bring your attention to your body. Feel your feet on the ground. Notice your breath. In and out. Breathe from your belly. In...and out. Take time to breathe, knowing you don't have to rush. In...and out. Choose a prayer phrase that brings you comfort or affirms your healing such as "The Lord is my shepherd and holds me close" or "God is with me; I feel safe." Say this prayer phrase ten times as you breath. Pray the first line as you breathe in. Pray the second line as you breathe out. When you are done, take notice of any gentle shifts in your body. Do you feel a little more relaxed, focused, or peaceful? Thank God for being with you and close your prayer with an "Amen" or "Blessed be."
Monthly Reflection
December 2025
In the month of December as we celebrate Christmas, we are reminded that God sent an angel to a tiny place, to a poor woman named Mary. It is a reminder that God cares for you and believes in you: no matter where you live, who you are, or what circumstances you have suffered. Christmas is the reminder of Emmanuel--God with us! If you find yourself feeling sad or lonely or disappointed with how life is going this month, ask God to help you look for an "angel Gabriel" moment in your life. It might be someone's kindness to you, a moment of feeling connected with God's creation, or even a moment of your hand on your heart and gratitude for being alive. These angel Gabriel moments help us remember God is with us. God is with YOU!
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Along the healing journey, consider talking with a trusted friend, family member, minister, or counselor. You are not alone. In moments of despair, remember to reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800.273.8255 or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you need other support, consider calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline, the Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network, or other resources that can be found here.
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