January 13th, 2024 “When we are in the position of caring for others, we need a plan for self-care. We cannot give what we do not have. As adults, we will not have what we have not given to ourselves. We are responsible for prioritizing self-care, rather than leaving it until the end of the […]
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January 6th, 2024 Discipline Through the Lens of Discipleship Written by LifeWays’ Board President, Shanah Ahmadi Many of us understand the concept of “disciple” to indicate a learner who follows an experienced teacher–or a master. The presence of discipleship is apparent in the spelling of discipline, and I think we can all see how,
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December 16th, 2023 “I have found it is the small things, everyday deeds of ordinary folk, that keeps the darkness at bay.” Gandalf the Grey, in The Hobbit This week’s blog features a reflection written by Pamela Perkins as she contemplates this time of year. We invite you to tuck in with a cup
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A Reflection on Singing in Community by Jerilyn Burke December 2nd, 2023 Where I live, I get to experience all four seasons. This was not always the case for me. I spent much of my youth in the south, where in February you could get by with a cardigan. But now, in February, I
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November 26, 2023 When we moved to the park and museums area of our city, the nature of our walks changed. We now have the opportunity to explore green spaces and art spaces within walking distance. I have discovered how much frequent doses of both nature and art feed my soul. Another new perspective came
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November 19, 2023 “I have found it is the small things, everyday deeds of ordinary folk, that keeps the darkness at bay.“ ~ Gandalf the Grey, in The Hobbit With blessings to you all this Thanksgiving week, we share a warm message from our friend Pamela Perkins: Where I live, the golden light of Autumn
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November 12, 2023 I love the protective gesture of this poem and the images it conjures for the imagination. It has a light and delicate cadence that lends itself to moments when we need a bit of soothing. It also serves as a sweet juxtaposition to this simple Autumn wall hanging craft.
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November 5, 2023 With the passage of Halloween and the anticipation of the festivals of Light to come, we are settling into the season of darkness. We feel the pull to be in communion with others, providing for those in need with heartfelt gestures and sharing in joyful festivities. It is a season abundant with
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October 29, 2023 The slew of festivities that come with Autumn seem to pick up so quickly. With a summer full of activity and family vacations, there is hardly a moment of rest “between” the seasons. It’s not too late, however, to stop and reflect on what we want to do this season, and consider
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October 22, 2023 Straw into Gold: Spinning the Gold of Inner Understanding Yet again Summer gifts to the Fall Pumpkins, apples, and leaves above all – Leaves lovely-tinted rust, red and gold: Soon days grow dreary, then rainy and cold. A number of years ago, I journeyed across New York State, my first continental travels
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