I was inspired to share this reflection on Mary as Mother of Mercy by the brave words of Bishop Mariann Budde speaking truth to power: Holy Mary, mother of us all,we see a world filled with violence toward one another,we ask for mercy.We see children
I am delighted to share another beautiful submission to the Monk in the World guest post series from the community. Read on for Christine Lee Smith’s reflection “Contemplative Presence in Creative Practice.” One afternoon while serving as a TA in an introductory photography course during
A Blessing for Our Shadows*Holy One who embraces all,help us to grow in intimacy with the shadow parts of ourselves: the shame, the resentment, the too-bigness, the longings for things that seem out of reach, all that we resist and reject and project onto others.
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Yup, 12th & Mercer. :-)
very nice. capital hill?
Thanks Lori and Elizabeth! Lori, I had that song going through my mind as well, almost posted a link to it in addition to the sign, but then decided the sign was enough. :-)
to not know what tomorrow brings… this is the perfect photo!
I had the Journey song Don’t Stop Believing on my mind all day long yesterday. My kids were tired of me singing it! On the computer this morning I see your post of this sign …. God is amazing!
Happy Easter Christine. Isn’t this journey of faith something wonderful!