Journal of Sacred Work

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  • Days 83-84 Where God Dwells

      "Prayer is the bridge between our conscious and unconscious lives.  Often there is a large abyss between our thoughts, words, and actions, and the many images that emerge in our daydreams and night dreams.To pray is to connect these… Continue reading

  • Days 78-82 – The Quilt of Success

    The “Congratulations” emblazoned in the sky are meant for you. You have sewn love’s quilt & wrapped its warmth around another’s need. Your quilt is beautiful because each thread represents an act of your kindness – a sacrifice you made… Continue reading

  • Days 76-77 Purpose

    Note: We are greatly appreciative to Guest Contributor Terry Chapman for offering this heartening reflection. "Effort and courage are not enough without purpose." John Fitzgerald Kennedy Life’s purpose is to live as fully as we are able: to love fully,… Continue reading

  • Days 71-75 – Noon in Eternity – Old Cures for New Pain

    Where attention goes, energy flows. Pain is a petulant child. It thrives on attention. The more we give it the louder it shrieks. Continue reading

  • Days 69-70 We’ve been hoodwinked!

    Our mothers (or your grandma ma) could not wait to try out modern inventions like a washing machine & dryer or dishwasher. Oh, the time it will save! You will be able to kick back, soak up the sun and… Continue reading

  • Days 64-68 – Self Dreams

    God’s protection can feel tenuous when we are nailed to the cross of a hospital bed or suffering torture in prisons where love ends & evil begins. LIfe’s waterfall shines with fire as well as light. The handless clock of… Continue reading

  • Days 62-63 Hope

    To All Caregivers Far and Wide, May you come to see your life as a quiet sacrament of service, which awakens around you a rhythm where doubt gives way to the grace of wonder, where what is awkward and strained… Continue reading

  • Days 57-61 – First Leaf

    The appearance of a Sweet Bay leaf in February is a symbol of a southern joy – early springs.    Below her new green body lifeless remnants of last autumn litter the ivy. Hospitals are homes of both first &… Continue reading

  • Days 55-56 It’s A Sin to Kill A Mockingbird

    Two sticks of gum, a ball of twine, an old school medal, a pocket watch, and two soap carvings of a curious boy and girl. All mysterious treasures left and meant to be found in the knothole of a grand… Continue reading

  • Days 50-54 – The Curse of the Radar Dodgers

    “Radar dodgers are below average employees who seek to save their job by avoiding responsibility & blaming others. Patients want & deserve excellence. Continue reading