If you’re in a room of people yet feel alone, a candle is lit.

If the festive season isn’t festive to you, a candle is lit.

If someone you love has passed on and you’re missing them, a candle is lit.

If your faith community no longer feels like home, a candle is lit.

If the news is too much, a candle is lit.

If alcohol is drowning your truth, a candle is lit.

If you’re unsure of what tomorrow brings, a candle is lit.

If you’re far from the people you love, a candle is lit.

If overwhelm has you in its’ grip, a candle is lit.

If a teenager you know is distant and detached, a candle is lit.

If you desire peace in your home yet dissension is present, a candle is lit.

If you’re at work and you’d rather be resting, a candle is lit.

If you don’t feel welcome, a candle is lit.

If you’re in unsafe circumstances, a candle is lit.

If illness is in your body, a candle is lit.

If you’re sad in heart yet have to wear a smile, a candle is lit.

If tending to others is draining your energy, a candle is lit.

If a new way of life beckons, a candle is lit.

If you’re aware of the darkness,
please know,

A candle is lit.

Love is present.