For anyone who might be struggling with the "darkness" of this season following Christmas I want to share one of the songs we sing at Parish Nurse Training sessions. It raises up the Healer, Jesus who is ready and willing to bring light and life into our day.


Healer of Our Every Ill     
by Marty Haugen

Refrain:
Healer of our ev’ry ill,
light of each tomorrow,
give us peace beyond our fear,
and hope beyond our sorrow.

You who know our fears and sadness,
grace us with your peace and gladness,
Spirit of all comfort: fill our hearts.

In the pain and joy beholding
how your grace is still unfolding,
give us all your vision: God of love.

You who know each thought and feeling,
teach us all your way of healing,
Spirit of compassion: fill each heart.

Give us strength to love each other,
ev’ry sister, ev’ry brother,
Spirit of all kindness: be our guide.

© 1987 GIA Publications, Inc. ARR.