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Pause of summer ends. A deep crisp breath creates room. Life shimmers. Notice. In Michigan, we find ourselves in the midst of all of autumn’s glory – shimmering golds, glorious oranges, burnt umbers, blazing reds – breezes blow and the drop in temperature beckon us to find our sweaters. I love the change of seasons …
“What does it matter if we have a new book or an old book, if we open neither?” – Jesse Louis Jackson, Civil rights activist There is an old hymn titled, “I love to tell the story”. The refrain declares, I love to tell the story, ’twill be my theme in glory, to tell …
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The contemplative Christian tradition offers many simple spiritual practices, rooted in the invitation to simply “be” with God. These add depth and richness to your journey, whatever path you are on. – JCMI Core Value – The Contemplative Way What does contemplative even mean? What does it mean to simply “be” with God? You may have heard of …
We have the privilege of creating and holding sacred space for whatever the Spirit is doing in the lives of individuals and in us as a community. We listen together and all are transformed, rather than focusing on telling others how to live and believe. Our hearts are open to discerning what the Spirit is …
