Category Archives: Etheree

To become one with God, we need only to enter into prayer, quiet the mind. It is a relationship that asks for nothing in return. Hear God’s word, listen for the Spirit, and open the heart to conversation. EPIPHANY January … Continue reading →

One discerns and ponders the signs of the Holy Spirit, those gentle nudges that bring a great sense of joy and peace. The convergence of ideas or the flow of unstoppable tears are sure signs that the Spirit is at … Continue reading →

I cherish in my heart rich blessings of the Holy Spirit that inspire gratitude. Great gifts are bestowed on me by the love of my family. It is not how many things we have but this deep love that is … Continue reading →

To be wholly present challenges me. Being in two places divides my senses, dulls my ability to fully appreciate either experience, yet I continue to straddle them, unable to just be. EPIPHANY January 14, 2018

The city is gritty. It is hard to find a street corner without someone holding a sign asking for money. I cannot look them in the eyes fearing they may see through to my soul. I wish I could give … Continue reading →

We can sow many things… seeds of regret, discontent or doubt, wild oats during our youth growing worries and concerns. If we indeed reap what we sow, we are headed for more troubling times. In Christ, there is grace for … Continue reading →

When I have too many things on my list I cannot focus on all of them at once. If I do, nothing gets done. I find I have to close my eyes and breathe deeply to quiet my mind. Then … Continue reading →

In matters where there is disagreement, rage and anger surge, tension is palpable, listening is difficult, constructive dialogue ceases. Jesus brought tension and discomfort but challenged us, not to hate but to love. EPIPHANY January 10, 2018

My eyes close preparing breathing in peace and breathing out calm letting go of all thoughts quieting nerves and muscles so that no distractions remain I am unencumbered and present In prayer, I am able to meet God EPIPHANY January … Continue reading →

Snow lingers one more day. The icy ground frozen and barren. Soon cleansing rains will come washing away salt and sand melting white snow into the earth saturating dormant plants and roots who thirst to reappear when warmth returns. EPIPHANY … Continue reading →