“Give us eyes to see your beauty, ears to hear your call, hands and feet to enact your love in the world.” From our new book Comfort and Joy: Readings & Practices for Advent, available now from your favorite book retailer.
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Joy
“And Mary said,‘My soul magnifies the Lord,and spirit rejoices in God my Savior,for he has looked with favor on the lowly state of his servant.’” Luke 1:46-47 From our new book Comfort and Joy: Readings & Practices for Advent, available now from your favorite book retailer.
Advent Hope
“In those days Mary set out and went with haste to a Judean town in the hill country…” -Luke 1:39 In this season it is easy to be consumed with a sense of urgency. There is much to be prepared. Today, like Mary, despite your haste, wonder and preparations, may you experience a blessing. ThereContinue reading “Advent Hope”
An invitation and practice for election day
“While they were talking and discussing, Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognizing him. ” – Luke 24:15 (NRSV) Dear Community, Anxious or restless, passionate or unplugged, there are many intense feelings and concerns within our country, communities, families, and even within ourselves as today, the US election seasonContinue reading “An invitation and practice for election day”
Thank you, Thank you!
We are grateful for each of you! Thank you for reading along with our latest series on beauty and its power to transform us and draw us closer to God and one another. We are also grateful for the outpouring of support with the launch of our first book, Comfort & Joy: Readings & PracticesContinue reading “Thank you, Thank you!”
Comfort: Beauty is a gift
“Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.” – James 1:17 Beauty is a gift The lumpy brown and red soilIs silent. The night closes in. Death waits. Time slowly rushes by. AContinue reading ” Comfort: Beauty is a gift”
Joy: Beauty as a counterweight to despair
In Monday’s reflection Sherah-Leigh reminded us of the powerful counterweight beauty can be in the face of despair. With intention choose an activity this week that activates a joyful response to the beauty you are experiencing. Here are some ideas, but the possibilities are endless! May the beauty found in God’s creation renew your spirit!Continue reading “Joy: Beauty as a counterweight to despair”
Comfort: Childlike Wonder
“O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth!” – Psalm 8:1 I clearly remember taking my two-year-old son for a walk down a gravel lane. I had a time oriented goal and place in mind. While he’s now a middle schooler, it seems like a short time ago that weContinue reading ” Comfort: Childlike Wonder”
Joy: Beauty in Creation
One part of experiencing beauty is slowing down and engaging with the world around us. I have found connecting with all five senses in a conscientious and thoughtful way helps to slow me down and draws me closer to God. Perhaps the same can work for you. Find a spot where you can relax. SlowlyContinue reading “Joy: Beauty in Creation”
Comfort: Jesus Taught Friendship
When she had said this, she went back and called her sister Mary and told her privately, “The Teacher is here and is calling for you.” And when she heard it, she got up quickly and went to him. – John 11:28-29 How wonderful to have Jesus’ friendship with Mary, Martha, and Lazarus recorded inContinue reading “Comfort: Jesus Taught Friendship”
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