Nourishment for Body, Mind, Heart, and Spirit When we pray “Give us this day our daily bread” from the Lord’s Prayer, it’s easy to think first—and perhaps only—of physical sustenance. Bread is, after all, one of the most basic, universal symbols of nourishment. We all need food to survive, and asking for daily provision is an acknowledgment … Continue reading The Deeper Meaning of Daily Bread:
On the sixth day of Christmas, my True Love gifted me something invaluable: Presence. Yesterday, the final day of our festive celebrations, marked the departure of our cherished Christmas visitors—our daughter and her boyfriend. In the past, such days were overshadowed by a sense of impending loss, a preoccupation with the ‘goodbye.’ However, this year, … Continue reading On the Sixth Day of Christmas: Embracing Presence
For much of my life, I've been journeying along the spiritual path, following Jesus. Initially, this journey was about "believing" in Jesus as the embodiment of Christ in human form. As someone who finds comfort in intellect, the concept of belief suited me. Over time, I began to see belief as more than an idea; … Continue reading Long on this Path
“The early morning quiet, a time typically reserved for rest, often eludes me. Unlike most, my Sundays are not days of rest; they are days of work, leading and experiencing worship. I was reflecting on the why of this ‘sabbathing’ thing I practice weekly. A day to not do? Seems suspect to me and my … Continue reading Embracing Rest: Sabbath as Transformation
Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the numbers we read every day? I sometimes perceive statistics as mere math problems reminiscent of school lessons. In my mind, they become numbers I am adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing, comparing for relevance. However, the challenge arises when these numbers illuminate a deeper reality. Take war … Continue reading Behind the Numbers: The Human Stories We Often Overlook
In today’s world, where climate change, societal violence, and health crises loom large, it’s challenging to harbor hope. With an increasing sense of loneliness and isolation, many yearn for a sense of community and belonging. It’s easy to see our current state as a blueprint for despair, with many awaiting a divine intervention to restore … Continue reading Finding Hope Amidst Uncertainty
What have you been putting off doing? Why? My traditional pattern for living has been to put off everything until the last minute. That way, there is a reason when it is not perfect. The longer and harder I work on a project and the more invested in the outcome I am, the more I … Continue reading Recovering Perfectionist
Tell us about a time when you felt out of place. I arrived for my first day of the first-grade. Ms. Key was my teacher. I did not know her; I did not know anyone in my class. I did not like riding the bus. I did not like much that day. Thus, I began … Continue reading Not My Place, Not My People
Some mornings- like today!- I cannot get aligned or grounded in my morning practice. My mind is wandering everywhere even as I sit my meditation/centering prayer. I cannot “draw” or release myself back to the moment. I let go and let go and let go and let go. I may rationalize that this is building … Continue reading Returning to Thanks
What's the best piece of advice you've ever received? Early in my work life, I received this piece of advice: Give up on trying to please everyone; that is not your job. Besides, nothing you do will please everyone. Like most advice, it is easy to say and challenging to implement! My life has been … Continue reading Pleasing Everyone…
Infinitely Precious 