Tag: Religion
Mail Call – God’s Simple Plan of Salvation
Somehow I think this world would be a better place if more people were compassionate and instead of judgement lead with understanding.
Critical Thinking, Deeper Connection
Critical Thinking and Personal Reflection: Keys to Spiritual Growth How can critical thinking and spirituality be in the same sentence? Spiritual growth is a deeply personal journey, and for many, it’s about more than following a set of beliefs. It’s about thinking critically, reflecting on personal experiences, and connecting with the Divine in your own […]
Spiritualism Crossroads: Progress or Stagnation?
Spiritualism’s Crossroads: Progress or Stagnation? Spiritualism was founded by free thinkers—visionaries who challenged the norms of their time. Many pioneers were women. They saw Spiritualism as a way to connect with the spirit world and fight for social change. Their advocacy for women’s rights, abolition, and equality was core to the movement. Today, the movement […]
Faith and Spirit: Lessons from My Grandmothers
Faith and Spirit: Lessons from My Grandmothers I had two wonderful grandmothers, each with a unique perspective on spirituality. One was deeply religious, a devout Roman Catholic, while the other always said, “I am spiritual, but not religious.” Their differing beliefs have profoundly shaped who I am today. The Devout Roman Catholic Grandmother My Roman […]
Saint Katharine Drexel
Saint Katharine Drexel: A Trailblazer for Racial Justice Today I want to talk about Saint Katharine Drexel. I am fascinated by women in the late 1800s and what inspired them. Here is a woman who fought for racial justice for Native Americans and African Americans. In 1915, Katharine founded Xavier University in New Orleans, the […]
Independence is Happiness
“Independence is happiness” is a quote from Susan B. Anthony. It is a quote that is often referenced as to what people feel would be her stance on abortion. The truth is we will never really know. Another quote that seems appropriate for this moment in time is “No man is good enough to govern […]
Religion and Spirituality are the same, right?
What’s the Difference Between Religion and Spirituality? There’s some confusion going on regarding these two concepts. It’s easy to see why this would be the case, simply because you’re going to find there’s overlap in the definitions. Let’s take this apart and see if we can make more sense of things. Religion, by definition, is […]
Developing Spirituality, Even if You’re Not Religious
Spirituality Can Be Developed Without Religion Those that claim to be “spiritual but not religious” account for over 20% of the population in the United States. But what does the word spiritual really mean? The word spiritual is used to describe that which relates the human spirit. It goes beyond the material. Spirituality is about […]
Let’s Talk About Your Spiritual Wellness
Spiritual Wellness Can Create Balance in Your Life Spiritual wellness is not something we speak a lot about. So I ask you this question. Are you searching for deeper spiritual meaning in your life? You’re not alone; the hectic demands of life in the 21st-century has made many people feel disconnected. Perhaps what you need […]
Spirituality and Religion — same or different?
Originally written in 2016, this continues to be a popular post the question so powerful about religious people. Are you Religious or Spiritual? This is a post that has sat in draft since March, each day I come to it and write something, edit something out, fix a sentence or exit without making a change. […]