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Contemplation is a way of listening with the heart while not relying entirely on the head. Contemplation is a prayerful letting go of our sense of control and choosing to cooperate with God and God’s work in the world. Prayer without action, as Father Richard says, can promote our tendency to self-preoccupation, and without contemplation, even well-intended actions can cause more harm than good. Visit the site linked below to find two short videos and a longer lecture by Fath

Over the past several posts, we, the team, as shared by Nell Green of The Off Ramp,  have shared glimpses from our team’s journey to Uganda—a trip that began with canceled flights, mountains of luggage, and a long trek from Virginia to Kampala. What started as a travel adventure quickly turned into a story of resilience, friendship, and renewed purpose. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth by our partners at Refuge and Hope, setting the tone for the days ah

Horror and faith may seem like unlikely companions, but both wrestle with deep questions about evil, fear, and what it means to be human. From The Exorcist to Jordan Peele’s modern thrillers, horror stories mirror the Bible’s own “texts of terror,” revealing uncomfortable truths about the world and ourselves. When approached thoughtfully, the genre can deepen our understanding of faith—inviting us to confront darkness not to glorify it, but to better recognize the light. Clic

President Trump’s recent actions—such as deploying National Guard troops under false “emergency” declarations and threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act—reflect an alarming slide toward authoritarianism. These abuses of power not only endanger democracy but also distort Christian faith when power and nationalism are elevated above the gospel’s call to humility, justice, and care for the marginalized. Christians are urged to resist this idolatry through protest, civic enga

The late Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, who introduced concepts like "interbeing" and popularized mindfulness in the West, taught that walking could be a profound contemplative practice, not just a way to travel. His method of walking meditation involves slow, deliberate steps coordinated with the breath to connect the mind, body, and the sacred Earth. This practice shifts the focus from sitting to incorporating mindfulness into daily life, bringing practitioners back to the

Across cultures and faiths, music serves as a bridge between the human and the divine — a rhythm that summons spirit, unity, and transformation. From Native American Ghost Dances to Korean shaman rituals, from Vodou ceremonies to Pentecostal praise, sound becomes both sacred language and spiritual power. As films like K-Pop Demon Hunters and Sinners depict, music’s energy can connect, heal, and even battle darkness — echoing the timeless belief that rhythm itself holds the po

For more than 170 years, St. Ann’s Church for the Deaf has been a haven of belonging and faith for New York City’s Deaf community — a place where worship happens entirely in sign language and connection transcends denominational lines. Though its membership has dwindled over time, the appointment of the Rev. William Erich Krengel, one of the few deaf priests in the Episcopal Church, has brought renewed hope for revival and deeper community. As the congregation gathers each we

Have you heard of the science of joy? Research shows that joy isn’t just a fleeting feeling but a meaningful practice we can cultivate through kindness, gratitude, reframing challenges, and connection. Studies reveal these habits boost happiness, health, and resilience, and projects like the BIG JOY Project bring science and spirituality together to help people grow more joy in daily life. The Science-Mission Joy .

Meditation, at the heart of all great spiritual traditions, is a practice of simplicity, silence, and stillness that helps unite mind and...

Three elderly Austrian nuns — Sisters Bernadette (88), Regina (86) and Rita (82) — slipped out of a care home and, with the help of...

Did you know that as the happiest nation in the world, Finland offers a master class in happiness? In the very first lesson, wilderness...

Harborlight Homes, a nonprofit that began in 1962 as a Beverly Baptist congregation’s housing ministry, has grown into the North Shore’s...

This piece invites readers into a mindful morning ritual where meditation and coffee become one practice. Through intentional breathing,...

Pixar’s Elio  tells the story of a boy processing the loss of his parents through an obsession with space, only to discover healing in...

“Love your enemies,” Jesus commands—not as a lofty ideal but as the radical heart of discipleship. From everyday acts of restraint to...

In a culture of constant urgency and overfilled church calendars, this piece argues for the countercultural power of lingering —slowing...

Flattery—whether in personal relationships, politics, or theology—shows how shallow praise can manipulate and mislead. While identity is...

James Gunn’s upcoming Superman revives the hero’s deepest roots—not as just another comic book character, but as a Christ figure whose...

The viral line dance “Boots on the Ground” has sparked debate about whether popular dances belong in church, but its joyful performance...

“Pass It On” billboards and similar cultural ideals often celebrate only the most inspirational faces of suffering, leaving no room for...