Reader: The human body is made up of many parts which are mutually dependent on one another.
All: In the same way we, as children of the one creator God, all belong to one another.
Reader: When we realize this and live it out, we relate to one another in compassion and kindness.
All: The goodness of the divine in us recognizes and honors the goodness of the divine in others.
Reader: This is where we see God - in the ordinary compassion we share with the people around us ...
All: ... in the hug of a friend or the embrace of a family member, as we extend kindness to another human being who is hurting.
Reader: May this helps us to be aware that God’s compassion is constantly surrounding us.
All: So let's give thanks together for the amazing web of grace and love to the one who is its source.
