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    • Richard Holdsworth
    • I was born in Yorkshire, England and live near Philadelphia, USA. I am a former merchant mariner; professional writer and community college teacher; I retired from a career in juvenile justice. I have been involved in numerous social causes and explored various religions, sects and cults.

      My spiritual growth began with a dramatic conversion to Christianity in 1963, and subsequent old-style evangelism before I questioned restrictive dogma. I have written a collection of meditations, prayers and contemporary canticles that have been used for innovative worship services.

      In my writing I use modern language, psychologically sound principles and contemporary concepts to express and develop well-established themes. I attempt to make ancient wise precepts relevant for contemporary living. Although I use new perspectives, wisdom does not change.

New Day

Creator of conception, designer of formation, develop my day for your realization.

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Blessing

Oh essence of all that is worthy of praise, teach us to be grateful for our blessings; help us grow in compassion toward those less fortunate than ourselves, and draw us closer together in the generosity of your Grace.

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Draw Us Closer

God in our distant places
Draw us closer

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For Peace

Almighty foundation of all that is harmonious, lead us through this passing strife.

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Discoveries

Look at me! Check it out! I am grinning like a kid again!
I am one with the world in a flow of wonder!
Land, sea and sky join in my delight

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Without Doubt, Beyond Meaning

What is my reality? Let doubts be cleared

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Reflection

Praise universal wisdom; be thankful for what you learn.
You who seek insights, advocate for self-knowledge,

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Amen

All: If I could say one word,
I would say Amen

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To Have or To Be?

  One of my favorite books from the 1970’s is To Have or To Be, by Eric Fromm in which he describes a significant change in how we use language. He explains, for example that people once would …

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Prayer for Whole Relationships

Generous affection is my inspiration for whole relationships. May my narrow mind arise above all limiting expectations; my fearful heart stir with certainties of compassion; and my actions witness to peace.

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A Creed for Accepting Change

In acceptance I learn change

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A Youth Prayer

May the sacred spirit of life’s adventure
Keep me safe when I feel afraid
Make me steadfast when I am sad

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Once Upon a Time

An Easter Reading

Once upon a time, God was Good, and Good was born in each of us. Good took on human form to move across the face of the earth. As we let Good direct us, it taught us …

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