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For many of us, love for creation deepens through the relationships we form with our pets, particularly our dogs. By their very nature and need, dogs draw us out of ourselves: they root us in nature, making us more conscious…

A quote from The Cloud of Unknowing.  With apologies for the lack of inclusive language.  We have come a long way since the 14th century — at least in that area of life!   “But now you will ask me,…

How You Loved Me a poem by Steve Garnaas-Holmes   That without a word you sat with me in grief, me wounded and alone, robbed beyond grasping, you silent and present, beyond grasping– this was love. That you did not…

Martin Buber teaches that humility, in classical Hasidism, is built around the notion that each person is unique and, therefore, precious. “In each person there is a priceless treasure that is in no other. Therefore, one shall honor each person…

“…let’s make a group decision to drop once and for all the Bible-as-owner’s manual metaphor. It’s terrible. It really is. When was the last time you read the owner’s manual for your toaster? Do you find it remotely inspiring or meaningful?…

      Shauna, one of our Partners has provided this beautiful photo with a corresponding prayer.  Thanks, Shauna!   © Shauna Bjorndahl Enter The Silence   do not fear the silence   it is anything but quiet   but…

Here is what emerged from  participants, mostly lay leaders,  at the end of a recent contemplative worship seminar led by two SoulStream partners. What we left behind anxiety and having control boxes that I contain God in fear, anxiety and…

The SoulStream Leadership Group recently began a planning retreat with a song by Stephen Iverson entitled, A Holy Rest. Here are the beautiful lyrics offered to you for your meditation.   A Holy Rest (Stephen Iverson)   Calm, quiet, open…