Dearest monks, artists, and pilgrims, Last week I shared that 2016 marks the 10th anniversary of Abbey of the Arts’ existence as a virtual monastery. I will be reflecting back on some of my reflections from the Archives and tracing the development of the Abbey this year. From the beginning, my ... read more
Abbey of the Arts celebrates 10 years in 2016 ~ A love note from your online abbess
Dearest monks, artists, and pilgrims, I have been savoring some time of reflection over these midwinter days. Now is an especially ripe opportunity for looking back and forward because in 2016 Abbey of the Arts celebrates its 10th anniversary of ministry and service. In many ways the Abbey began ... read more
Poems to Savor by Pilgrims on the Wild Edges
August 30-September 7, 2015 we had 13 pilgrims join us for a very special pilgrimage and writing retreat on the wild edges of the world. We stayed on the islands of Inismor and Inisbofin, off the coast of Connemara and let the landscape inspire our creative process. I am grateful to these dancing ... read more
Missing My Muse
Before I came to Houston for the SDI Conference I had spent several intense days writing, writing, and more writing and all through it Abbess Petunia was a quiet, faithful presence encouraging me on. Who is the muse in your own life? Make sure to stop by the Poetry Party -- the random drawing ... read more
Illuminating Mystery: Creativity as a Spiritual Practice
Last week I began to send out the latest issue of my Reflective Art Journal -- Illuminating Mystery: Creativity as a Spiritual Practice -- a wonderful collaboration between several amazing artists and myself. The feedback is coming in and the comments go something like this: "it's beautiful! I ... read more
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