Summit, Spirit, Sky: connect to Creator, community and creation!
Summit, Spirit, Sky: connect to Creator, community and creation!
Monday, September 1 — Setting a Foundation: Beginning with God’s Presence Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23 — “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Reflection: As we begin a new month, turn the page of the calendar and consider this a chance to renew[…]
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Sunday, August 31 Scripture: Philippians 4:4 – “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Reflection: As the month concludes, we are reminded to sustain our capacity for joy every day. Although we have been discussing ways to cultivate fun and delight and even joy, we offer some reminders from the Mayo Clinic about[…]
Saturday, August 30 Scripture: Pslam 94:19 – When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul. Reflection: Do you feel weighed down by anxiety or stress or worry or other difficult emotions and thoughts? Letting go of burdens, by discussing them with trusted listeners, journaling about them, or using payers, mindfulness and contemplative exercises to release[…]
Friday, August 29 Scripture: Psalm 126:5 – “Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” Reflection: By acknowledging our pain, we make space for growth. Difficult challenges break open our hearts and minds, and create openings for connection. In the soil of conflict, loss, sorrow, seeds of hope and healing may arise. As Leonard Cohen wrote in his[…]
