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Stand tall.
Today is the first in a series of Women’s Spiritual Journaling gatherings at a local shelter. For me, this represents an exciting, new ministry – and also vulnerability. To show up and report for duty, as I have been taught. … Continue reading
Letting go of barriers
When I was a little girl, I remember learning about barriers, most clearly by walking into them. I remember going to McCrory’s downtown when I was tiny and causing a stir when I tried to drink from a particular water … Continue reading
“Live what you express.”
This quote comes from a sermon by St. Augustine, Bishop of Hippo.[1] Sounds a lot like an expression commonly heard in 12 step communities: You can’t just talk the talk and expect to get anywhere – you’ve got to walk … Continue reading
Posted in 12-step spirituality, Christianity, faith, peace, Recovery
Tagged community, holy ground, hope, praise, recovery, simple prayer, St. Augustine
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The only way out.
“The only way out is through.” These wise words were spoken to me some three decades ago, during my initiation into a way of life based on the 12 steps of recovery. The friend who shared this wisdom was communicating … Continue reading
Posted in 12-step spirituality, Christianity, Episcopal church, faith, Recovery
Tagged 12 Steps, 12-step spirituality, Christianity, community, hope, liberation theology, mercy, recovery, spiritual growth, Trinity
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The gift of encouragement.
“I want your voice on my GPS,” my friend Kate remarked a few years ago. She was driving a group of us to a retreat at Holy Cross Monastery, along the Hudson River. As often happens when traveling “country” roads, … Continue reading
With a leap, a whistle and a fart.
With a leap, a whistle and a fart. These words are borrowed from Holy Fools & Mad Hatters by Catholic priest and contemplative Edward Hays. My dear friend Betsy gifted me with this book as I headed off to divinity school … Continue reading
Four amigos.
This morning I had the privilege of meeting with four gentlemen – “pillars of the community” – who were hoping I would serve on a small community board with them. I couldn’t imagine why they would want me – I … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, faith, peace, Recovery, Uncategorized
Tagged Christianity, community, hope, mercy, option for the poor, recovery, social justice, urban ministry
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Blessed by the most vulnerable.
As I go along in ministry, I seem to get clearer and clearer about my sense of call. Rapidly I find myself getting over the need to apologize for what often comes across as a broad and unwieldy sense of … Continue reading
Truth-telling and other brave acts
A dear friend told me recently, “You are very brave.” My inner critic was quick to tell me: Brave? Possibly. Or perhaps you are mildly crazy or deluded. I kept my mouth shut, but hoped my friend was right. My friend’s … Continue reading
Love wins: always, always, always.
The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it. (John 1:5) This week has brought a deepening appreciation for the power of the Body of Christ gathering and affirming our faith, our confidence in the One who … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Diocese of Florida, Episcopal church, faith, Uncategorized
Tagged community, holy ground, hope, inner darkness, joy, recovery, simple prayer
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