GratitudeBy Mary Oliver What did you notice?The dew-snail;the low-flying sparrow;the bat, on the wind, in the dark;big-chested geese, in the V of sleekest performance;the soft toad, patient in the hot sand;the sweet-hungry ants;the uproar of mice in the empty house;the tin music of the cricket’s body;the blouse of the goldenrod.What did you hear?The thrush greeting … Continue reading Daily Prayer/Reflection – September 8, 2021
Daily Prayer/Reflection – May 26, 2021
“Mindful” Everyday I see or hear something that more or less kills me with delight, that leaves me like a needle in the haystack of light. It was what I was born for — to look, to listen, to lose myself inside this soft world — to instruct myself over and over in joy, and … Continue reading Daily Prayer/Reflection – May 26, 2021
Daily Prayer/Reflection – November 10, 2020
Heavenly Father, There are moments in our lives when we forget to acknowledge you.We confess this and ask for your forgiveness as we gather here to learn more about you.Help us to live a more purposeful life, inspired by your Holy Spirit.Give us the ability to use our gifts, give generously of our timeAnd remain … Continue reading Daily Prayer/Reflection – November 10, 2020
Daily Prayer – August 25, 2020
Our God, who connects all beings with love, You are Most Holy May your presence and your will be known to all on this earth, as in this heaven. Provide for us what we need to be alive. Forgive us and teach us to forgive as you. And we are tempted, may our faith sustain … Continue reading Daily Prayer – August 25, 2020
A Time for Learned Engagement
As the University of the Incarnate Word works to provide a safe, inclusive learning environment for our diverse student body, we invite our greater UIW family to join us in our commitment to daily reflection on how we can "improve, listen more closely and consider how to better serve our University community (UIW President, Dr. … Continue reading A Time for Learned Engagement
Daily Prayers and Reflections: June 10
A Prayer for Peace of Mind Almighty God,We bless you for our lives,we give you praise for your abundant mercyand for the grace we have received.We thank you for your faithfulnesseven though we are not that faithful to you.Lord Jesus,We ask you to give us all aroundpeace in our mind, body, soul and spirit.We want … Continue reading Daily Prayers and Reflections: June 10
Daily Prayers and Reflections: June 8
Prayer for Peace and Calm Dear Lord and Father of humankind,forgive our foolish ways;reclothe us in our rightful mind,in purer lives Thy service find,in deeper reverence, praise. Drop Thy still dews of quietness,'til all our strivings cease;take from our souls the strain and stress,and let our ordered lives confessthe beauty of Thy peace. Breathe through … Continue reading Daily Prayers and Reflections: June 8
Cardinal Chronicles: Christopher Marmolejo, UIW Class of 2020
It takes a special kind of person to answer the call to serve their country. It's a vocation that requires bravery, perseverance and above all, faith. Christopher Marmolejo has all three. His military honors include the Army Meritorious Unit Commendation, the National Defense Service Medal, the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal and more than a … Continue reading Cardinal Chronicles: Christopher Marmolejo, UIW Class of 2020
Daily Prayers and Reflections: April 23
A Prayer for Uncertain Times God of infinite mercy, hear our prayer! In this time of bewilderment and fear, we ask you to give us the courage to take care of one another as Jesus did. For those who are ill, especially those who are frightened and alone, for those who cannot access healthcare, for … Continue reading Daily Prayers and Reflections: April 23
Love at UIW – A Faculty Interview
We have heard of many different love stories that began at UIW, but what about couples who made the choice to come to UIW together not as students but as working adults? In the HEB School of Business and Administration, you will find a married couple who did just that Dr. Alberto Rubio, marketing coordinator … Continue reading Love at UIW – A Faculty Interview
