As we begin a series of reflections on the Spring theme of "Bloom", let me share some words of hope that I pray will help these frontline Hope Warriors - Teachers and Nurses - thrive and flourish as they pour out their lives for the possibilities of a brighter tomorrow. Teachers and Nurses...

1. May your hearts be rescued by God's love for you today
2. 1. May your heart be open to the Father's love. His love sent his One and Only as our rescue from darkness through his sacrificial, life-giving love
   2. May your heart receive the love of the Father that is displayed in the beauty of creation that comes to life after the darkest of winter nights
   3. May your heart become free because the Father's love paid the price for you to experience freedom from darkness, despair and death
3. May your minds be renewed by God's love for you today
4. 1. May your mind be blown away by God's gift of new life, new hope and a new future
   2. May your mind remember that only God's love can satisfy your deepest desires and longings for love
   3. May your mind meditate on the gifts and graces that were given you you for the purpose of blessing our broken world
5. May your souls be restored by God's love for you today
6. 1. May your soul pause in the midst of life's chaotic demands and find peace
   2. May your soul soak in the love that never fails and never gives up on you
   3. May your soul feast in the presence of the God of abundant grace and mercy

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