Tag: Politics
Martin Luther King Jr. and the Power of Spirituality
Martin Luther King Jr. is widely celebrated for his civil rights leadership. His deeply rooted spirituality lay at the heart of his actions. His faith, courage, and belief in justice transformed not only the course of history but also the way we understand the connection between spirituality and social change. As King himself once said, […]
From Isolation to Unity: Choosing Kindness Over Division
The path from isolation to unity is going to be a bumpy ride. The idea that humanity is being forced to reconnect and rebuild community deeply resonates with me. Over on Threads, Sarah-Louise Steinhardt (@sarahlouiseanderson) recently shared this thought, and it feels like a truth we’ve all been moving toward. Whether by choice or necessity, […]
The Disconnect I Cannot Ignore
The Disconnect I Cannot Ignore: Finding a Way Forward I cannot ignore what is happening in history right now. I saw this on social media, and it made me pause: “There has never been a case where a person that banned books is a good guy.” I’m not entirely sure who said it or where […]
Project 2025: A Spiritual Perspective on its Impact
Project 2025: A Spiritual Perspective on its Impact on Women and Marginalized Groups Project 2025, a plan by conservative groups, aims to reshape the U.S. government if Republicans win in 2024. As a Spiritualist Minister, I reflect on how policies align with compassion, inclusivity, and respect. This proposed document raises many concerns, especially for women […]
Irondequoit ED39 Democratic Party Committee Candidate
My name is Colleen Irwin, and I am running for a seat on the Democratic Committee for Irondequoit ED 39. I am reaching out to you not just as a candidate, but as a fellow Irondequoit resident, and someone who deeply cares about the future of our community. Monroe County is at a crossroads, and […]
A talk about Belief Systems (AKA: Religion)
Belief Systems are deeply personal. Many feel very passionately about their belief system. Too often people get stuck in the dogma and they do not change and grow. In Religious people, I see that happening all to often. In many cases it is the traditions that keep thing the same. As the (insert Religion here) […]
Observation from Public Mediumship Demonstrations
This was originally posted on May 20, 2018, it still rings true today! I want to open yet another uncomfortable conversation for the Spiritualist community. This time I want to share some things I have witnessed that happen during Public Mediumship Demonstrations. It seems that there are a wide variety of opinions of what […]
I Stand With Ukraine
I Stand With Ukraine It is a simple statement “I Stand With Ukraine” yet what does that really mean? As an Ordained Minister, it means much. The phrase has haunted me for days, unsure of what I can do to make a difference. This morning I saw a posting from Dr. Wladimir Klitschko this morning […]
Observation from me…
I first published this observation article on January 31, 2017, and it doesn’t surprise me that what I wrote then is just as important today. Take some time and see if you can break the cycle. It won’t be easy, but it will be worth it in the long run. Have faith that love will […]
Am I the only person to see people creating division?
Creating division seems to be a sport as of late. I see it everywhere, in social situation, the media, schools and families, including my own.