I
stay awake to watch as the black sky is illuminated by piercing shards of
light, listening to the rain fall in
outbursts, flooding for a moment and stopping, as if to wait for permission
from the thunder. Spontaneous storms surround
us tonight with no promise of steady rain.
Sleep will likely be disturbed by disruptive applause, cheering in the
sky.
Dear Ruler of the Heavens, rain
down, brighten the sky with lightening and let the angels applaud! This night is yours. Fill it with your glory, your peace and your
understanding. Keep us safe, comfort
those who are afraid and send the Holy Spirit in the wind to bring us peace
within. Amen.