This article was originally published with Convivium. I sat as a child with sticky jam-covered fingers wrapped around each other as I was taught to pray. Snack time at my children’s Bible program had concluded, and it was time to learn how to pray using my fingers. Hands together and sitting in my little orange … Continue reading Broken Hallelujahs For Canada
This article was originally published with Convivium. Ten days. It had only been 10 days, or it had already been 10 days, depending on the point of view. Looking back, it doesn’t seem long, however, in the moment? The metaphorical clock must have ticked so slowly, the disciples painfully aware of every second passing by. … Continue reading Desperates Seeking the Spirit
This Easter season was a unique one for me. My husband and I were able to visit his family for the long weekend - a rare and wonderful privilege to be able spend a holiday with family who live on the other side of the country. This Easter season was also a very special one … Continue reading Finding Resurrection
This article was originally published through Convivium magazine. It's the time of year that green beer, Guinness and whiskey flow, bagpipe-filled parades line the streets and the Chicago River runs green. St. Patrick's Day has become an iconic celebration of the Irish country and culture. But while we don silly hats and pinch those who … Continue reading Seriously Celebrating St. Patrick
This article was originally published with Convivium Magazine. I've never observed Lent before. Sure, I've thought about it, considered it, made movement towards it, but never actually done it. I've often felt unsatisfied with the Easter season. As though my observance of it was lacking in something. Surely there can be no greater celebration … Continue reading Bringing Lent Home
This article was originally published with Faith Counts. Hanukkah. Kwanza. Ramadan. Diwali. Christmas. Celebration is a core aspect of spirituality. The things we celebrate reveal a piece of who we are, a piece of what we value and believe in the most. Life requires celebration – times of joy and rest. The modern rituals surrounding … Continue reading The Spirituality of Celebration
