Many of us are still trying to process tragic events, starting with the killing of George Floyd and continuing with peaceful protests and heartbreaking riots and looting. We struggle with uncomfortable conversations and realities about our nation that many of us have kept in the shadows. And we struggle with a pandemic that not only creates fear and loss, but also loneliness, anger and polarization. These troubled times reveal much about our communities, our nation, and our own hearts. The conversation is just getting started but below is a blessing for us in the meantime. A Non-traditiona l Blessing May God bless you with discontent with easy answers, half-truths, superficial relationships, so that you will live from deep within your heart. May God bless you with anger at injustice, oppression, abuse, and exploitation of people, so that you will work for justice, equality, and peace. May God bless you with tears to shed for those who suffer from pain, rejection, starvat