Summit, Spirit, Sky: connect to Creator, community and creation!
Summit, Spirit, Sky: connect to Creator, community and creation!
Sunday, June 8th Scripture: James 3:18 – Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. Reflection: Peace is nurtured through intentional acts of compassion and reconciliation. Today is once more a Sabbath day. Just as a gardener cultivates harmony among plants, we are called to promote peace in our relationships. Of course, as Lao Tzu says, “If[…]
Saturday, June 7 Scripture: Reflection and Recreation Day Reflection: Look back on the week. Consider what you’ve learned about your spiritual garden and where growth is happening. Contemplate changes or practices you would like to make in the remaining month. If you choose, journal about the growth you have observed in different areas of your life and set intentions[…]
Friday, June 6 Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:10 – “Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.” Reflection: Would you believe that God needs us? Chooses us? Wants us? That’s tough to imagine. It’s easier to focus on, what[…]
Thursday, June 5 Scripture: James 5:7 – “Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains.” Reflection: Patience is a necessity in gardening, and also in our spiritual growth. We lay the groundwork, we take small[…]
Wednesday, June 4 Scripture: Matthew 13:1 – “A farmer went out to sow his seed.” Reflection: The act of planting represents starting new ventures or faith journeys. Just as seeds require the right conditions to sprout, our spiritual journeys need nurturing through prayer, study, spiritual practice, and community. Where on your journey would you consider yourself to be?[…]
