Rev. Kathleen Ellis: The Gift of Action: As a point/counterpoint to last week’s reflection on prayer, let’s consider the blessing that comes with an active life of work, creativity, and caring. Parker Palmer, who tried the contemplative life of a monastery, came to the conclusion that he is not a monk but an activist. How can our actions add to our spiritual growth?. [14:42]
Rev. Kathleen Ellis: The Gift of Prayer: Whether prayer is a conversation with God, an invocation of the Goddess, or listening to the quiet within one’s own heart and breath, it has a place in contrast to stressful, sometimes frenzied living. For some of us, it is an essential part of our lives. Next week we’ll look at the active life and its relationship to spirituality. [18:05]
Rev. Chuck Freeman: True Patriots: Heroes of Conscience: We live in a time when Americans are being lauded as patriots for all the wrong reasons. Come prepared to name your current hero of conscience and to hear Chuck lift up the name of Ann Wright, who embodies the best of the distinguished moniker, patriot. [24:55]
