O Lord, who hast promised a blessing for all who suffer for righteousness’ sake: Grant to all our brethren persecuted for the truth that they may rejoice in being counted worthy to suffer dishonour for thy name. Strengthen their faith and renew their love, that in their patience they may possess their souls and win their persecutors to penitence and new brotherhood in thee; for the sake of him who suffered shame and reproach and remained invincible in his love, even thy redeeming Son, Christ our Lord.
The more time you spend in Nature, the more she rewards you, I'm sure of it. Tiny riches beyond measure are slowly, quietly, revealed: the scent of grasses, a glimpse of a fledgeling thrush in a hedge, the colours of foxgloves and daisies spilling through gates. And winding paths… pic.twitter.com/jv2WhtSjr3
— peaklass (@peaklass1) June 25, 2026