An Open Space

You brought me out into an open place; you rescued me because you delighted in me. Whenever people asked about our summer plans this year, I would tell them, somewhat nervously, that we were going backpacking. Backpacking is something we’ve enjoyed as a family...

Save the Date: Back pack Blessing!

Students, teachers, and school staff of all ages! Don’t forget to bring your backpacks, shopping tote bags, or school tools to the labyrinth on Sunday, August 16 at 10:15 am. We will hold a special blessing to surround you with love, courage, and prayers as you step...

The World is On Fire

“I have cast fire upon the world, and I am guarding it until it blazes.”  – Logion 10, The Gospel of Thomas The world is on fire right now!  We are aghast at the rate of its aggressive spread – across Spokane, Bordeaux, the Sonoma Coast,...

Instructions on Not Giving Up

For those of us with children or grandchildren, we feel the big out-breath of being on this side of the ending of the school year – the graduations, the celebrations and promotions. With a great burst of energy and a sigh across the stage or the classroom threshold,...