There are seasons in life when something within us asks to be listened to not urgently, not loudly, but steadily and quietly. Often, we sense it before we can name it: a longing, a question, a subtle turning of the heart. Before clarity comes, before decisions are made, there is an invitation simply to pauseContinue reading “Listening for What’s Next”
Author Archives: Christy Wesselman
When the World Feels Loud, Where Do You Listen?
Most of us are carrying more than we realize. The news never really lets up. Conversations feel sharper than they used to. Even quiet moments and time meant for rest can feel crowded with worry or a low, unnamed grief. You may not be in crisis, exactly. Still, something feels off. Heavy. Unfinished. Spiritual directionContinue reading “When the World Feels Loud, Where Do You Listen?”
Honoring the Saints, Ancestors, and Holy Ones
In many Christian churches, today is All Saints’ Day—a day set aside to honor all saints, known and unknown, in the Catholic, Lutheran, Anglican, and Methodist traditions. It’s a time to remember those who have reflected Divine love through their lives and who continue to companion and inspire us from beyond. Yet this season ofContinue reading “Honoring the Saints, Ancestors, and Holy Ones”
Practices of the Heart: Contemplation and Aging
Could practices of the heart—like contemplation, prayer, or creativity—help us meet aging with greater peace? I recently attended a symposium for elder care professionals and the community. A couple of the topics sparked my interest, and I was especially eager to hear Dr. Paul Ford, PhD speak about artificial intelligence and the ethics of itsContinue reading “Practices of the Heart: Contemplation and Aging”
When The Church You Chose No Longer Feels Like Home
As a teenager, I chose a church that became and still are the roots of faith and spiritual life. It shaped my early adulthood and led me to train as a teacher and youth minister, eager to share the love of God and help others discover their own spiritual home. In my late twenties, whenContinue reading “When The Church You Chose No Longer Feels Like Home”