All this talk about being a "human be-ing" NOT a "human do-ing" -- kind of reminds me of Martin Luther's argument that "works" don't matter! And I need to tell you that this is a doctrine I do NOT a
All this talk about being a "human be-ing" NOT a "human do-ing" -- kind of reminds me of Martin Luther's argument that "works" don't matter! And I need to tell you that this is a doctrine I do NOT affirm.
Yes, we sometimes get so caught up on do, do - pun intended - that we lose sight of the world's beauty and our inner being. Inner depth, focus, spiritual wholeness are essential aspects of human BE-ING. But for wholeness, we also need ENGAGEMENT . . . focused action in support of those things we most deeply believe.
Recall the wisdom of the first century Jewish scholar, Rabbi Hillel: "If I am not for myself, then who will be for me? If I am only for myself, then what am I? If not now, when?"
Perhaps in this Election Year, and in these days when the earth cries out with pain, we are called to be spiritual midwives, that by our actions, we may bring our values to birth, and serve the needs of a troubled and hurting world.
Pilgrimage: A Meditation
... yourself to a place where tourists do not go.Leave behind ... luggage, your address book, ID.Take only what you can carry on your back.If you are lucky, you will not ... faTurning the Big Six-Oh
August is my birthday month (yes, I'm a Virgo through and through) . . . and this year I'm turning the Big Six- Oh.When I was younger, 60 was beyond the pale. I gave my 7th decade little thought becauThe Essence of a Wedding Prayer: A Guide to Beginning Your Journey Together
A wedding prayer marks the commencement of a couple's united journey, transforming their individual paths into a shared future. This sacred moment is not just a formal tradition but a profound acknowledgment of love and commitment that promises to guide them through life's challenges and joys. In the context of a wedding, a prayer or blessing is a powerful expression of hope and support, not only from the officiant but from all those present, wishing the couple a harmonious and fulfilling life together.