Journal of Sacred Work
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Days 235-236 A New Adventure
All of us face long term confinement and a different way of living during the Covid-19 Virus. We suffer from fear of catching the virus and also from the demands on our physical and emotional systems when staying at home,… Continue reading
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Days 228-229 Faith Keepers
“In many Native American traditions, one member of the tribe will assume the role of “Faith keeper”. The role of Faith keeper is to remain peaceful and calm, while maintaining spiritual enlightenment and understanding, no matter what the tribe… Continue reading
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Days 221-222 “The Greatest Gifts of All”
Throughout history, there have been many spiritual leaders that we can look to for encouragement and inspiration in troubling times. It helps to reflect upon some of these greats now and again. As a child I recall watching "Mister Roger's… Continue reading
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Days 214-215 The Weavers
“So, I say to you, walk with the wind, brothers and sisters, and let the spirit of peace and the power of everlasting love be your guide.” John Lewis There is no denying that there is great turmoil in our… Continue reading
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Days 202-208 – …When all that is left of me is love…
What better legacy can we leave at our funerals than these words from “Epitaph” by Merrit Malloy: “And when all that is left of me is love; give me away.” Continue reading
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Days 200-201 An Ascending Angel
In times of grieving our words tend to ring hollow. When a person dies, it is hardest for those who are left behind. Yet, I imagine our loved ones would want us to be happy and go on living.… Continue reading
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Days 193-194 A Call to Unite: Message from His Holiness the Dalai Lama
As we experience discomfort in this time, let’s begin to dream of a new normal, a new normal that addresses the weaknesses and problems that were going unaddressed in the old normal. If we’re wise, we won’t go back; we’ll… Continue reading
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Days 186-187 Quickening Alive
Every person has inherent worth simply because they are human. This awareness keeps us focused on what matters most. The story I am about to share involves caregivers, Diann Verdugo RN MSN Hospice Educator and Julie Conway Hospice Volunteer… Continue reading
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Days 181-182 A love Letter to Caregivers
“I pray that… you may find light, joy and consolation. We are willing to empty ourselves, to bend low, to wash feet, to heal wounds, all for the dear neighbor.” Mother Bernard Gosselin CSJ A Love Letter to Caregivers Good… Continue reading
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Days A Shepherd’s Hand
What is a father? What stands out about what good fathers do? For me, my father is the exemplar for fathering: he demonstrated his love for me, my brother, and our mother, by what he said and what he did!… Continue reading
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