Here is one of my favorite St. Patrick stories, one that has nothing to do with snakes or shamrocks. It provides an image of the meeting of ancient ways and the new order that I find very tender -- and quite surprising, as St. Patrick is not often described as being such a friend to the older traditions.
Read MoreThis is an event I've been wanting to do for a long time -- a "quiet day" at Washington National Cathedral on Sunday, November 17, using the life and heroic presence of Nelson Mandela as our theme. We will spend the afternoon reflecting on oppression, reconciliation, courage, forgiveness, and our own quest to leave behind the prisons that hold us back from a full life in community.
Read MoreThe Washington, DC, area has tons of events for those who want to explore Celtic spirituality -- worship, seminars, workshops -- even a Lenten series. Here's our grand list, through May 2013.
Read MoreWell, here we are at last – in the final few days of the 26,000-year Mayan “long count” calendar. Of course, these are also the last few days of Advent – and the darkest days of winter, for Friday marks the winter solstice. Dark days indeed, when our spirits are tried and we know not where to turn for solace. But is it the beginning of the end? Or the end of the beginning?
Read More
Feeling grateful? Or, maybe you're not sure what you're feeling as the holidays approach? Now is the time for a labyrinth walk! You can walk at your own pace and for your own reasons, without any fear of "doing it wrong", because whatever way you choose to walk the labyrinth will be just right for you.
Read More
