Shining Light into the Darkness
Barbara 
When we act in accordance with inner principles of right action and forgive the frailties of ourselves and others, we can begin to create the kind of world that is good for all. In this recreated world, we will act not out of fear but out of service to each other. For when we serve …
Over and over again in sacred scripture, we are admonished to release fear and to trust. But life itself is often scary and fear spreads faster and more effectively than the COVID-19 virus. Dictonary.com defines fear as “a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc., whether the threat is real or imagined.” And …
Resurrection Follows Every Death Novena ritual, reflection questions, and prayers. Easter 2020 is still days away but I think it’s important to begin this novena offering messages of hope in the midst of the destruction and desolation that’s happening in so many lives because of COVID-19. During a dark time many years ago, I went …
If you’ve had enough of fear and uncertainty ruling your life, I ask you to join me in a Novena for healing and sanity. A novena is nine days of focused intention to connect our spiritual self with the Great Spirit that created us through, for, and in love. Why now? Because we’ve collectively become …
Praying the Novena The ritual for any prayer discipline can be as elaborate or as simple as is comfortable for you. Below are suggestions for the Novena 2020. STEP 1: In preparation for your time of meditation and prayer, find a quiet place where you can sit or recline comfortably. Take a moment to center …