As we seek the Light through the experience of joy this week, the ancient guide Paul of the Bible’s New Testament arrives with a message: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.ContinueContinue reading “Whatever is Lovely”
Tag Archives: Light
Lighting Our Own Flame
Today, December 11, marks the second day of the eight day Jewish celebration of Hanukkah, the festival of lights. For those not familiar with this celebration, here is a synopsis: In the second century BCE, the Holy Land was ruled by the Seleucids (Syrian-Greeks), who tried to force the people of Israel to accept Greek culture andContinueContinue reading “Lighting Our Own Flame”
Sky Lights
If the stars should appear one night in a thousand years, how would men believe and adore; and preserve for many generations the remembrance of the city of God which had been shown! But every night come out these envoys of beauty, and light the universe with their admonishing smile. Ralph Waldo Emerson In this winter seasonContinueContinue reading “Sky Lights”
An Advent Meditation on Surrender
Yesterday, I offered to pray for anyone with a specific request and asked that you use the email to send your concern. I understand that some people had a problem trying to click on that link, so please cut and paste 20rosepoet20@gmail.com to whatever email platform you use. If you did not get a reply fromContinueContinue reading “An Advent Meditation on Surrender”
Saying “Yes” to the Unknown
Committing to the unknown future.
Learning to Let Go of Control
Learning how to release our desire to control.
In the Moment: Dr. Varon with Covid-19 Patient
A reflection on the toll of the coronavirus pandemic on us all.
In the Silence
A poem and reflection on the importance of silence.
Light in a Season of Darkness
In my last post, I mentioned crossroads and ancient paths, and how Advent, or the winter months, invite us to reflect on where we have been, where we are now, and where we are going. Though winter invites us into fallow time, how we approach that time is part of our journey. This dark seasonContinueContinue reading “Light in a Season of Darkness”
What Are We Waiting For?
On the overlapping of Advent with another election cycle in the United States.
Spirit Reflections 