Topic: Centering

“Baby, We Need a Barn-Raising”

Pandemic isolation has had a deep impact on mental health and community dynamics. How can we show up with authenticity—virtually and in-person—as we continue to exercise caution due to COVID-19. Rev. Erin Walter will reflect on spiritual resources for mental health and our calling to … read more.

“There’s No Time!”

If someone asked you if you had a moment to contemplate and rest, might you respond, “There’s no time!”? Me, too. Many of us have been there, at least sometimes, grinding it out here in capitalism—caregivers, parents, laborers, teachers, workers, students, organizers, nurses, and others. … read more.

“Powerful Words”

The poet Meena Alexander writes, “In a time of violence, the task of poetry is in some way to reconcile us to our world and to allow us a measure of tenderness and grace with which to exist.” As we enter the month of May, … read more.

“The Earth Grows Still”

There is a welcome predictability in the ever-turning Earth. As we move toward the stillness of winter, what lessons can we learn from this planet we call home? What deep centering is possible when we pause and reflect in nature?

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