Falling Upward by Richard Rohr

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“Richard Rohr, my first great teacher, is a Franciscan priest introduced to me 10 years ago while on retreat inthe mountains of West Virginia. As a modern theologian Rohr is a prolific writer and founder the Center for Contemplation and … Continued

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Pause. When I am among the trees, especially the willows and the honey locust, equally the beech, the oaks and the pines, they give off such hints of gladness. I would almost say they save me, and daily. I am … Continued

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Pause. Sun says, “Be your own illumination.” Wren says, “Sing your heart out, all day long.” Stream says, “Do not stop for any obstacle.” Oak says, “When the wind blows, bend easily, and trust your roots to hold.” Stars say, … Continued

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Pause. It only takes a reminder to breathe, a moment to be still, and just like that, something in me settles, softens, makes space for imperfection. The harsh voice of judgment drops to a whisper and I remember again that … Continued

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Pause.   What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare.   No time to stand beneath the boughs And stare as long as sheep or cows.   No time to see, when … Continued

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Pause. This blessing has been waiting for you for a long time.   While you have been making your way here this blessing has been gathering itself making ready biding its time praying.   This blessing has been polishing the … Continued

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Pause. The little brook flows a bit higher today after yesterday’s rain. Some days it will flood, or recede, but what it is doing will continue a thousand years from now, the flowing of water, this bit of earth giving … Continued

Conjunction

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By Linda Mastro I set a reminder on my calendar for December 21: “Winter Solstice – 4:44pm sunset; look for the Star of Bethlehem.” I had been reading social media posts and news stories leading up to the winter solstice … Continued