The great spiritual traditions all tell us to love our neighbor. However, in this political moment, it isn’t easy. Some of our neighbors infuriate, distress, and embarrass us. It feels like a great leap to try and love them. In this service, we will explore ways to break through to love those we find disagreeable. … Continue reading How to Love Your Neighbor
A Sermon with Zen Tales Watch the service HERE. In the early 1980s, psychologist John Welwood coined the term “spiritual bypassing” to refer to the use of practices and beliefs to avoid confronting uncomfortable feelings, unresolved wounds, and fundamental emotional and psychological needs. In the years that have followed, many well-meaning seekers have fallen under … Continue reading The Path, Part II: Keeping to the Path, or How to Steer Clear of Spiritual Bypassing
“To embark on the journey towards your goal and dreams requires bravery. To remain on that path requires courage…” Steve Marboli Watch the service HERE. Seeing bravery and courage in others often inspires admiration and awe. Yet, almost all of us in our life have been brave and at times courageous. Rev. Suzie Matranga-Watson will look … Continue reading Being Brave, Having Courage
