Joan Chittister

Reflections on Mother’s Day Theme of Wisdom

Mother’s Day Theme – Sophia as Wisdom Patanjali, Buddha, Moses and Jesus did not go to workshops or seminars or even churches. They went directly to nature: sat under a Bodhi tree or on top of a mountain or in a cave. … It is time to return to the source of this inspiration – […]

Reflections on humor & doubt, themes from John 20

What is the role of doubt and questioning in our spiritual lives? With whom do we keep company … some of the great matriarchs and patriarchs doubted. And then laughed. And hoped. Humor shines a light into dark places, becomes a wind sweeping through our souls. (Reflecting on themes of humor and doubt from the […]

Feeding the Mind: Books, Films & Conversations in our Community

Take a survey about books & themes that interest you to read and explore with Jackson Community Church. Help us offer programs that feed your mind & soul. Upcoming book discussions: Being Mortal by Atul Gawande, Tue, March 20, 4:30pm @ Jackson Library Upcoming film screenings: “404 Not Found” about teen homelessness in NH with […]

Reflections on Lent 2: Genesis 17 & Mark 8: names, identities, life, self.

Themes in Lenten readings from Genesis 17 and Mark 8 about claiming names, embracing new life, and transforming identity. Meditations on ideas such as “Taking up the cross” and “losing life to gain it.” I celebrate myself, and sing myself, And what I assume you shall assume, For every atom belonging to me as good […]

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