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It’s a very human thing to long for deeper and more meaningful connections with other p...

In a world filled with economic uncertainty, emotional turmoil, political unrest, strained relationships, and environmental d...

I grew up attending the Catholic church with my family. When I was about eleven, I asked if I could serve as an altar boy. Th...

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In a world of diverse spiritual beliefs and religious traditions, it’s not uncommon for in...

Originally published on Patheos. 

Summer Solstice is always significant for me because it marks the longest day of the year ...

After more than thirty years of creating rites, rituals, and sacred ceremonies, I've learned that step one is always setting ...

Originally published on Patheos. 

I’ve been praying nearly as long as I’ve been breathing. Some of my young prayers were the...

If you know me at all, you know I’m a hugger. You also know I’ll ask permission for the hug and respect your “no,” if that is...

School is ending and vacation season is just beginning!

Do you have a big trip planned? I know we’ll be camping in June, vis...

“You learn a lot when you're barefoot. The first thing is every step you take is different.”

-Michael Franti

The grass is g...