In A Pilgrimage to Eternity, author and journalist Timothy Egan takes us with him on a pilgrimage through history, geography, and his own inner landscape as he travels the Via Francigena, an ancient pilgrim route that stretches from the cathedral city of Canterbury, England, south through France, Switzerland, and Italy, to culminate in Rome.Continue reading ““A Pilgrimage to Eternity” by Timothy Egan: Book Review”
Prayers to God of Every Time and Place
Responsive prayers by Brad Offutt, appropriate for use during Lent.
God of every time and place, help all who in their journey, step by step, come to worship you in spirit and in truth.
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Spring Equinox. 8:20 AM
Wind moving through the tall trees. A cool breeze on my face. Continue reading “Spring Rain”
For Where Your Treasure Is, There Your Heart Will Be Also
A Homily for Ash Wednesday
by
Margaret D. McGee
Haiku – The Sacred Art: Review
Chris Smith’s book review of Margaret’s book “Haiku — The Sacred Art” posted on the Englewood Review of Books. “a superb exploration of this poetic form for both beginners and experts alike… a rich little book…”
Continue reading “Haiku – The Sacred Art: Review”Shopping at Goodwill
Yesterday I went to Goodwill and picked up a couple small flower vases to round out my collection. Found just the thing, and paid a total of $6.52 for the both of them.Continue reading “Shopping at Goodwill”
“Jesus Freak” by Sara Miles: Review
“Doing Jesus” — Margaret’s book review of “Jesus Freak” by Sara Miles, posted on the Englewood Review of Books.
Continue reading ““Jesus Freak” by Sara Miles: Review”How Many Pairs of Black Pants Do I Really Need?
When Salvation Comes
or
Just exactly how many pairs of black pants do I really need?
A homily by Margaret D. McGee
In this morning’s reading from Isaiah, the LORD, the Holy One, speaks to the people of Zion, in words that convey some frustration. Words, in fact, that give the sense of a God who is fed up to the teeth with these people, and with their acts of worship.
Continue reading “How Many Pairs of Black Pants Do I Really Need?”In Silence
Responsive prayers by Thomas Robb, appropriate for use in Advent or Lent, or anytime that calls for silent prayer.
In silence, or aloud, give thanks to God for all that we have… all that we are… all that we may become – be it broken, or complete, or somehow, both.
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“Art Work/Soul Work” — Margaret’s book review of Awakening the Creative Spirit by Christine Valters Paintner and Betsey Beckman , posted on the Englewood Review of Books.
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In the Courtyard 