May the Holy One lead you on impossible adventures
and in so doing may you
encounter the unexpected,
have your assumptions be disregarded,
and discover your plans have been disrupted.

In following the Christ may you be found.
In leaving things behind may you be free.
And wherever God’s adventure might lead you,
may the Spirit hold you tight and assure you that you are loved and included.

Amén.

Rev. Bob Wollenberg, co-pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Decatur, Illinois

This blessing appeared on this blog on January 14 and in social media on January 17, but was incorrectly attributed to Rev. Bertram Johnson. We apologize for the error.