Last year I engaged in a gratitude practice that was new for me. Once a week, I reflected over the past seven days and selected something to express gratitude for, wrote it on a piece of paper, folded it, and placed it in a jar. This was my “Gratitude Jar.” The jar moved around the […]
Uncategorized
Letter from the HOF Board to Methodists
Dear Members and friends of the Fellowship of United Methodists Spiritual Directors and Retreat Leaders Our organization was founded almost 20 years ago. At that time there was no discussion about being named United Methodist. Times have certainly changed since those days. In the coming year we plan to consider renaming our organization to ensure […]
January 26, 2022 Recalibration
Wintering is not always easy. Shorter days, overcast sky, snow, and cold temperatures can make us feel … prickly. I am reminded of the burdock that grazes the paths that I walk. The heads of the burdock are certainly known as they easily catch onto the fur of my dog and my clothes during walks. […]