Greeting the Day

This is a beautiful volume of poems, prayers and meditations from around the world. These prayers and poems are truly ecumenical, embracing many traditions including American Indian, Jewish, Christian, Chinese, African, Hindu and others. The collection is divided into six sections: Gratitude, Protection, Rejuvenation, Service, Visions and Identifications. Each section begins with a lovely prayer by author and editor, Brian Wright. Each of his lead off prayers begins with the words, "God, my friend,..." These opening prayers set a tone that is warm, personal and immediate. This wonderful collection is a gentle reminder of our common humanity and our universal desire to see each morning of our lives in the context of something greater than ourselves. This collection, with its companion volume, Meeting the Night, makes a great gift, especially for someone who is going off to college, the military, or starting a new life on their own.