“Mary treasured all these words and pondered them in her heart.” -Luke 2:19 As you reflect on the experiences of your Christmas celebration, may you treasure and ponder all that has been stirred. From our new book Comfort and Joy: Readings & Practices for Advent, available now from your favorite book retailer.
Tag Archives: reflection
Advent Reflection
What is true about God’s love for me? From our new book Comfort and Joy: Readings & Practices for Advent, available now from your favorite book retailer.
Advent Peace
“But just when he had resolved to do this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream…” -Matthew 1:20 How have you experienced the voice and calling of God in your own life? May you sense the nearness of God in this Advent season. From our new book Comfort and Joy: ReadingsContinue reading “Advent Peace”
Advent Reflection
When have you said yes to God and experienced great joy? From our new book Comfort and Joy: Readings & Practices for Advent, available now from your favorite book retailer.
Advent Blessing
No matter what unfolds, may you hold onto hope for the fulfillment of what the Lord has spoken. 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”
With a Grateful Heart
Where have you recently encountered the sacred in the midst of the ordinary? There is still time to receive Comfort and Joy to guide you through the Advent season. Filled with fresh insight, warmth and opportunities for spiritual nurture, this is a gentle companion for a sacred season.
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”
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”
some comfort and joy 