A reading of “The Lake and the Ladder” guided imagery by Alice Tremaine on the 40 Days Fuller podcast.
Advent prayers and the meaning of Advent
In the Christian church, the period of the four Sundays before Christmas is often referred to as the advent season. Advent, which comes from the Latin word meaning “Coming”, marks the beginning of a new liturgical year in the Church. The season of Advent celebrates the first coming of Christ into the world and also […]
When you play the game of thrones, you win or you die.
Christ the King / Reign of Christ CProper 29C / Ordinary 34C / Pentecost +24Texts: Luke 23:33-43, Colossians 1:11-20 Warning: this sermon contains Game of Thrones spoilers. Power can be intoxicating: that feeling of knowing we can get what we want when we want it; the exhilaration of having others look up to you with […]
Favorite Place Guided Imagery
Written by Belleruth Naparstek and read by Alice Tremaine
Read this before making a positive change
Have you made a decision to lead a healthier lifestyle by eating better, exercising, or cutting out bad habits such as soda or cigarettes? Or perhaps you’ve decided it’s time to go after a dream or spend more time with loved ones. Congratulations! Here are three tips to get you to your desired goal: 1) […]
Advent Calendar
The Advent Activities Calendar guides you with one activity per day to help you welcome Christmas with a full heart.
Five tips for more joy, meaning and connection during the holidays
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy, celebration and holy significance. In reality, for many, the holidays have become stressful and void of any real meaning. Some of us have bought into the extreme consumerism and commercialization of the holidays and have lost our connection to any reason behind the madness. Others […]
Prayer for a loved one who is dying
Whether or not a loved one’s death has been expected, it is never easy to say goodbye. If their death is imminent, one of the gifts you can give your loved one is to bless them in their death and transition to eternal life/life in spirit.Even if your loved one is not able to respond […]
Prayer before surgery
Any kind of surgical procedure can lead to apprehension. Pray this prayer for yourself or a loved one, adding specific information as you see fit (such as the specific part of the body being treated). Try naming the specific outcome you are hoping for, while also surrendering the outcome to God. Surrender is a difficult […]
Guided Meditation Using the Lord’s Prayer
This is a guided prayer/meditation that can be used while sitting or walking. The prayer is structured around the Lord’s Prayer. Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Take several deep breaths to release stress and help you focus; as you breathe in, imagine you are breathing in the light of God. […]