Monday- Second Week of Advent

Elijah ran to the wilderness, weary and fearful. He had given up, and he had even asked the Lord to let him die. But when he had fallen asleep, an angel of the Lord came to him. The angel first encouraged Elijah to eat and drink, in order to regain his strength.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or tired these days? What healing and body-tending do you need to strengthen yourself? What activities rejuvenate you and bring you life?

Each day this week take time to care for yourself- eat well, go for a walk, read, nap, pray or reflect… try any activity that will nourish and strengthen your body for service.