Monthly Archives: February 2010

What is the journey if the destination is beingness?

Posted on February 7, 2010 by Laura

Called to follow, the end unrevealed, the companion certain. Trust acknowledges risk and sets it where it belongs. Fellow-trusters alongside, we journey on to him. Informant: Dissident Discipleship: A Spirituality of Self-Surrender, Love of God, and Love of Neighbor by … Continue reading →

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Thinking Well—Insight from James Sire

Posted on February 4, 2010 by Laura

Thinking well depends on rest and play. “The best and freshest thinking often takes place when the mind is at ease, not trying to think but simply, say, paying attention or reflecting, not so much pursuing ideas down endless corridors … Continue reading →

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What does it look like to study in community?

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Laura

I’ve been pondering the practice of communal bible study using potluck as a metaphor.  I find the similarities intriguing.  In both cases, participants are expected bring something to share with the group.  There are usually general assignments made (e.g., in … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be an Emotional Cop-out

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Laura

“It’s just how I feel.” We’ve all heard it; we’ve probably said it. But what if the “just” is out of place? What if we are held responsible for our emotions? This is a frightening thought. I know too often … Continue reading →

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Journey to Health: From Pudgy to Primal

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Laura

Back in spring 2008, I was finishing up a Master of Theology, taking a class, finalizing my thesis, and working full time. Stress was a way of life. I coped by consuming mass quantities of low fat tortilla chips and … Continue reading →

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