Sunday, December 26, 2021: The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
'Focus on the act of listening. Focus on what you are hearing.'
Alice Shelton
Providence Associate Alice Shelton lives in Indianapolis with her husband John. She is a graduate of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and enjoys her work as director of business services at Marian University.
Sunday, December 19, 2021: Fourth Sunday of Advent
'We all have good things happening in and around our daily lives.'
Sunday, December 12, 2021: Third Sunday of Advent
'There is no line. God is not choosing some of us while discarding others.'
Walking a labyrinth: one Providence Associate’s experience
I think walking a labyrinth can be a prayer experience in the same way that anything we do with quiet reverence and intention is prayer. I find sitting in prayer very challenging. The helpful part of labyrinth as a prayer practice is that it is an embodied experience. The path allows me to bring my whole self.
Sunday, December 5, 2021: Second Sunday of Advent
Go as far back in memory as you are able to find a personal Advent story or experience
April 25, 2021: Fourth Sunday of Easter
Each of us probably has a space, place or posture where we have experienced a deep awareness of KNOWING.
April 18, 2021: Third Sunday of Easter
Set out for a walk today. Allow yourself to name the street or path you walk as your own Road to Emmaus.
April 11, 2021: Second Sunday of Easter
Doors, windows and other portals are powerful images found in scripture, religious art and dreams.
April 4, 2021: Easter Sunday
Think about how often you encounter the human and the divine in the same breath. When you notice, speak the words Alleluia, He is Risen!