On this day in 1977, Jesuit priest Rutilio Grande was assassinated as a victim of El Salvador’s civil war. Rutilio was a courageous person of the people, who advocated for an end to the war and equal treatment for all. A visit to El Salvador decades ago had a profound influence upon me as aContinue reading “Faith is the bird that feels light and sings when the dawn is still dark. -Rabindranath Tagore”
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Leading with an open heart helps you stay alive in your soul. -Ronald Heifitz & Marty Linsky
Last night we played a family board game and listened to a Bob Dylan record. It was so nice to wind down our evening together and connect over laughter, music, and healthy competition. I had plenty of time to recall last night’s enjoyment on my drive into the office this morning, when I found myselfContinue reading “Leading with an open heart helps you stay alive in your soul. -Ronald Heifitz & Marty Linsky”
Every act of virtue is an ingredient unto reward.- Jeremy Taylor
We spent time in Chinatown over the weekend and it felt glorious to begin to celebrate the Lunar New Year. I had hoped that this past January might have offered a chance to re-set and renew with the start to 2026, but alas, my life had other plans. And so I’m now embracing this “YearContinue reading “Every act of virtue is an ingredient unto reward.- Jeremy Taylor”
Practicing silence means making a commitment to take a certain amount of time to simply be. -Derek Chopra
At a team meeting this morning, we discussed the distinction between “listening,” and “listening for”…with the idea being, when we simply “listen,” we meet people where they are. Without judgment, nor pretense. A colleague stated, “listening is at the heart of healthy community.” Amen! This week I share the below prayer along with the sincereContinue reading “Practicing silence means making a commitment to take a certain amount of time to simply be. -Derek Chopra”
“God, You stayed. Thank You. I did what I could. Now, You keep watch.” -Modern Serenity Proverb
I have been thinking quite a bit about the concepts of unconditional love and radical forgiveness. Both of these traits seem to be needed in today’s world, and I also find moments for practice within my life these days. Embracing these belief systems and placing them into action require a discipline and intentionality that atContinue reading ““God, You stayed. Thank You. I did what I could. Now, You keep watch.” -Modern Serenity Proverb”
True love always brings joy to ourselves and to the one we love. -Thich Nhat Hanh
This week marked the third anniversary of the passing of Zenmaster, Poet and Monk Thich Nhat Hanh. In recent years I’ve come to appreciate him as an example of inner strength. I hope this quote and video remind us of the peace within us. Blessings on your week ahead! “We don’t need to wish ourContinue reading “True love always brings joy to ourselves and to the one we love. -Thich Nhat Hanh”
May you be safe. May you be happy. May you be healthy. -Calm Meditation App
I recently sat in the corner of my backyard with my dog, soaking up the rays of sun. The ten minutes I spent sitting still and petting Bingo felt like a lifetime. In the busyness of life, I never cease to be amazed by how important it is to slow down. Rest. Reflect. In thisContinue reading “May you be safe. May you be happy. May you be healthy. -Calm Meditation App”
Peace is the answer, Joy is the goal, Thanks is the prayer, Love is the road. -Mary Davis
I am grateful to be home and settling into the new rhythm of a new year. My morning workout at the YMCA reminded me of the richness of everyday activity and everyday people. Following some wonderful holiday time with family near and far, my kids and I are all eager for the return to ourContinue reading “Peace is the answer, Joy is the goal, Thanks is the prayer, Love is the road. -Mary Davis”
Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God. -Corrie ten Boom
My recent travels have afforded me the gift of time to reflect, broadened perspective through the differing experiences and cultures of others, and an enhanced appreciation for the life I live and the gift of community that abounds within and around me. I treasure this gift of awareness and seek to integrate it into myContinue reading “Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God. -Corrie ten Boom”
Good theology opens the doors to stuffy rooms. -Timothy Radcliffe
This week I am sharing just a couple resources of wisdom on Sabbath days and spirituality. I found these to be welcome reminders to me this week during a time that is a flurry of activity otherwise. Blessings on your week ahead! The Gift of Life Sunday is the day to rest and enjoy the gift of life. So playContinue reading “Good theology opens the doors to stuffy rooms. -Timothy Radcliffe”
Keeping the Faith 