Reflections for All Saints Day - Living Lutheran
All Saints Day invites us to pause and reflect on the connection we share with those who have walked the path of faith before us. We honor the lives of saints—both known and unknown—who have shaped our own faith stories through their love, wisdom and example. All Saints Day serves as an annual reminder that when we are part of the body of Christ, we never travel alone.
Scripture “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us” (Hebrews 12:1).
Honoring Saints in our own lives Gather with a few people—friends, family or members of your church community—and spend time sharing stories of those who have paved the way for your own faith story. Consider gathering at someone’s house to have a meal together in remembrance of the saints of your story. You can even cook a meal or special treat that reminds you of the person you wish to honor!
Journal prompt Reflect on a saint in your life—someone who has shaped your faith or values. What qualities did they embody that you admire? How can you carry their legacy forward in your life? Take five minutes to offer a silent prayer of thanksgiving for those who came before you.
Prayer Unifying God, As we gather in spirit this All Saints Day, we give thanks for the cloud of witnesses who have journeyed before us. Help us to honor their memory by living as conduits of love and justice. Guide us as we strive to be saints in our own right, embodying your compassion and hope in the world. Amen.
Affirmation My faith journey is sacred in its own right, and I do my best to live in a way that honors the Lord and those who have gone before me.
Kelly Mason Kelly Mason is a content strategist for the ELCA. She is a former worship minister, creative arts director, and youth and family director, and has been working in full-time ministry for her entire professional career. Kelly is using her passion for storytelling, art, design and social media to serve in the Office of the Presiding Bishop on the Strategic Communications team. She is also an ELCA coach and currently resides in Columbus, Ohio, with her wife and their 80-pound bernedoodle.
