Meal Prayer

As we take these gifts
into our bodies,
may we be aware
of the daily abundance
that You provide,
that we receive.

As the healing energy
of this meal
nourishes us,
may we be grateful
for every person
who had a hand
in bringing this harvest
to our table.

May this grateful awareness
grow into compassion.
May compassion overflow
into loving action.

By Maria Brady-Smith
Photo by Mike Smith