Christine Fitzpatrick

This image commemorates a ritual for repair and renewal that my friend Delma and I began just weeks before the COVID lock-down and continue today: a weekly practice of Lectio Divina, whereby we read aloud a passage of scripture several times and contemplate the words, thoughts, feelings, and invitations for action revealed in silent reflection. Through this ritual and associated activities (preparing our homes when we can meet in person, setting out coffee and rolls, and journaling), our friendship has deepened and our spirits renewed.