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”
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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”
A Visual Language for the Inner Journey: Reclaiming Soulful Self-Care Through SoulCollage®
Dear Helping ProfessionalsAs helping professionals—therapists, caregivers, clergy, spiritual directors—we are often the ones others turn to for guidance, comfort, and strength. We hold space, offer wisdom, and extend compassion. But where do we go when we need to reconnect with our own center? How do we nourish our inner life so we can continue servingContinue reading “A Visual Language for the Inner Journey: Reclaiming Soulful Self-Care Through SoulCollage®”
Five Gentle Benefits of Spiritual Direction
At Listening Heart, we hold space for the sacred whispers of your soul. In a world that often prizes speed, productivity, and certainty, spiritual direction offers something beautifully different: a space to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with the Sacred. Whether you’re rooted in a particular tradition or exploring your spirituality in a moreContinue reading “Five Gentle Benefits of Spiritual Direction”