by Rev Jenn Sacks | Dec 23, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey
A meme winds its way around social media. A black-and-white illustration reveals animals in a manger, surrounded by trees. A lone star shines above. The caption reads: “A nativity scene without Jews, Arabs, Africans or refugees.” Perhaps it would be poignant, if it...
by Rev Jenn Sacks | Dec 8, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey, Spirituality
Advent, a season of preparation and reflection, continues with a focus on peace — within the world and within ourselves. As we journey toward Christmas, we prepare for the birth of the Christ Presence and anticipate a peaceful future. Perhaps we also notice:...
by Rev Jenn Sacks | Dec 2, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey, Spirituality
We’ve entered the season of Advent, a slow, quiet, dark time which prepares us for the birth — or awakening — of the Christ Presence. Advent, from the Latin adventus, meaning arrival, invites us to prepare for a celebration unlike most others. And, as with all...
by Rev Jenn Sacks | Oct 28, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey, Spirituality
On a recent drive, somewhere along a lush tree-lined road where wildflowers bloom, I “lost” a big-city classic rock station. As Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers faded away, I channel surfed for other music I’d enjoy. Wherever I was at the time, nothing tuned in...
by Rev Jenn Sacks | Oct 6, 2016 | Faith, God, Journey, Spirituality
Having faith in God — and in ourselves — can be a continual challenge. Travelling faithfully requires that we flow with life, guided by our inner vision even as we heed activity in the outer world. No matter what may occur in our lives, faith in God and God’s power...
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