I have visited many sacred sites in my life. I always try to understand and appreciate the beliefs and imagination of the faithful who are drawn there.
Pocket Epiphanies #200: A Buffet of Past Posts
Think of this as a “blog buffet” — see if any particular one interests you and put it on your plate.
A Torch in the Darkness
Years ago I created a simple structure for my personal prayer practice. I begin with the inner circle of our extended family members and expand the focus to includes others. Recently one person came to mind who I know is trying to “find their way” in life. A visual image appeared to me: TheContinue reading “A Torch in the Darkness”
Chatbots, Humans, and the Holiday Season
When the power grid goes out or when our digital systems fail or are hacked, we will be left with just each other and our own wits.
The Things We Do Without Thinking Too Much
I want to celebrate the actions we take and the ways we live well that aren’t a product of formulas and mental concentration but arise from a desire to simply do the right thing.
Facing the Challenges
Past generations have gone through great challenges, and this may be our turn.
Watching the Ships on Shelter Island
As I watched, I wondered: Why are they here? What are they for? What do they tell us about our life?
Where Were We?
…what we are began in those moments. As did our capacity for wonder and our desire to understand.
Falling Leaves
As I thought about this moment, I remembered times when people found meaning in fallen leaves.
Lost in Thought: Visiting Rembrandt’s House
I was intrigued by the phrase, “lost in thought.”
Steve Jacobsen, Ed.D 