We Are the Beloved – Feb. 10, 2023
“For Christians who have gone into their own depths, there is the uncovering of an indwelling Presence – a deep, loving “yes” inherent within us. In Christian theology, this inner Presence would be described as the Holy Spirit, which is precisely God as immanent, within, and even our deepest truest self. God is the very ground of […]
Heartbreak
In two recent gatherings on a contemplative way of life, we were asked the question, “What breaks your heart?” For me, what breaks my heart is that anyone does not realize that they are beloved of God. Perhaps that is why I feel such joy at Overlook where we offer hospitable space for people to […]
The Power of Ritual
Last winter, I listened to an episode of the podcast On Being featuring Katherine May, in which she discussed the importance of ritual in our lives– to mark the passage of time, to give us hope, to bring communities together at regular intervals. I found the interview so compelling that I’ve been thinking about ritual ever since. […]
Clothe Yourselves with Compassion – Dec. 5, 2022
“Because you are God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with heartfelt compassion, with kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.” -Colossians 3:12, The Inclusive Bible
