Religion and Spirituality

Thought for Today

“For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace.” — The Bible, I Corinthians 14:33

Thought for Today

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.”~ Lao Tzu

Thought for Today

“Let’s dress ourselves with gentleness. In our tough and often unbending world our gentleness can be a vivid reminder of the presence of God among us.” Henri Nouwen

Thought for Today

“If you begin to live life looking for the God that is all around you, every moment becomes a prayer.” —Frank Bianco

Hymn of Promise for Resurrection Sunday

I believe the Hymn of Promise is one of the most beautiful, simple, yet theologically correct hymns of our time. Written by Natalie Sleeth as a choir anthem, a hymn version is included in the United Methodist Hymnal. Although not normally thought of as an Easter hymn I couldn’t think of anything more appropriate. The LordContinue reading “Hymn of Promise for Resurrection Sunday”

Passover

Passover begins tonight at sunset. Join me in watching this video about a very fun and joyful Passover Seder for young children with music by Carol Boyd Leon.

Thought for Today

“Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet. To make all your friends feel that there is something in them. To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true. To think only ofContinue reading “Thought for Today”

Where Faith Meets Life

Haven’t you had at least a moment when you dreamed of escaping the pressures of daily life to live in a Monastery, cave or on an isolated mountain top? I know I have. But is that what we really want? More importantly is that what we need? It’s when our faith is put to theContinue reading “Where Faith Meets Life”