Religious Power in American Life
This essay was inspired by the work and witness of John Pavlovitz, whose writing continues to challenge moral complacency and the misuse of religious power in American life.
Halloween and Spiritualism for everyone
My friend Celeste Elliott wrote this and it is a great explanation of Spiritualism and Halloween. So since I cannot do a better
What Is Spiritual Shaming? Let’s Talk About the Quiet Harm It Causes
What Is Spiritual Shaming? Let’s Talk About the Quiet Harm It Causes What is spiritual shaming? It’s the act of making someone feel
Racism and Civil Unrest is Uncomfortable
Ready for an Uncomfortable conversation? This post was originally posted on June 16, 2020. So much has changed, and not in a good
Beyond Baker Street: Arthur Conan Doyle and the Spirit World
On his birthday, I invite you to remember Sir Arthur Conan Doyle not just as a writer, but as a seeker.
Breaking Spiritual Elitism
Breaking Spiritual Elitism: Why There’s No ‘Right Way’ to Practice Mediumship Spiritual elitism is a real thing. In spiritual communities, differences are inevitable.
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
Bullying Beyond Belief: Identifying and Confronting Toxic Behavior in Church
It often surprises people that there is toxic behavior in Spiritualist Churches. In the realm of spiritual communities, one might assume that kindness,
The Fox Sisters
174 years ago today the Fox Sisters publicly demonstrated Evidential Mediumship. This demonstration occurred in Corinthian Hall here in Rochester, New York on
Egotism and the Decline of Spiritualism
Egotism Creates Problems Ego is one of the biggest problems in Spiritual Communities. I am sure it has played a factor in every