Yes, recovery is possible today due to many advances in the understanding of mental illnesses as “bio-chemical brain disease.”
Pondering Movements of Mystery and Hope in May 2022
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Susanna Bertelsen
Springing Forward with Reflections: day to day desolations and consolations invite gratitude.
Revisiting the fact that, in the Bible, the words, “Fear not” or “Do not be afraid” are found 365 times. It encourages me to lean on signs of trust, compassion, mercy, hope amid times of desolation. How does this scriptural reminder touch your heart?
PRAYER SHAWLS: Everyday reminders of God’s love, compassion and mercy.
How might prayer shawls be everyday reminders of God’s love, compassion and mercy?
The Heart of the Matter
Join me in contemplating the role of compassion in our lives and within the communities where we live and work.
Winter Wisdom Lights our Path: A Prayer from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr
Next week, on January 17, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr Day and remember the great leadership of another human “star” whose life models courage, perseverance and truth…whose words “light” our paths toward peace, justice and equality.
Mid-Autumn Reflections: Contemplating the Divine in Nature
I turn to the constancy, comfort and beauty of the Natural world to calm my mind, body and spirit. I am in awe of the frequent, grace-filled teachings that our Creator offers through Nature.
Finding God in Everyday Places: Survivor Tree Resilience Symbolizes Hope
This little pear tree, the “Survivor Tree,” between the Memorial Pools at the 9/11 site in lower Manhattan, continues to evoke a sense of survivorship following duress and loss…
Pondering Movements of Mystery in May
Spring and the Holy Spirit bring new life in the midst of pandemic and mental illness.
“Awakened, Arise to Love” – Contemplating the Love of God
The Ignatian Exercises are “bookended” with meditations considering God’s love. I found new energy and interest in daily quiet prayer, practicing the Examen, and contemplating the scriptures with imagination while using all my senses.
“And Jesus Wept” – Reflecting on Palm Sunday
Again, using Ignatian Contemplation, I pondered often if Jesus were to look over our world today, what would bring him to tears?
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