In the Beginning
In the quiet of this morning I recall the prayer and gestures of the priest as he stands ready at the lectern before reading a gospel narrative each week. I make the sign of the cross on my forehead and say, dear God, may your Word be upon my mind; and then the gesture again […]
One Sound
I thought it was a good idea to bring the painting of pregnant Mary to Dayspring. It was the beginning of the season of Advent, a time of spiritual gestation, and I had been invited to lead the silent retreat for Dayspring Church. This print hangs in my home. She’s great with child all year round. I’m always […]
Callings – Recovery Café DC, New at Potter’s House, Dayspring Reopening, CoS Books Special + More
Callings – Winter 2021 The issue of Callings for this Winter starts off with an update about Recovery Café DC and their exciting new building in development in Ward 8. Marjory notes the new mailing address for CoS while the Festival Center is under renovation, and Nat Reid joyfully shares news from Dayspring about “Reopening Retreat.” Staff members of […]
Living Each Day
The confluence of the turning of earth’s seasons, the occasion of my birthday, and the nearing transition of the Church’s liturgical cycle from Ordinary Time to Advent, has me pondering my days. My reflectiveness is also influenced by the uncertainty that continues with the COVID-19 pandemic and alarming reports on climate change. Sunday’s gospel* also […]
