By Zan Benham It is said that “Peace begins with me!” In fact, it does because every opinion, every perception we have is ours alone. Surely what others think often influences us, and that is My Perception, my way of…
Finding Joy in Service to Others
By Rev. Spencer Rouse Giving service to others is a widely misunderstood concept. Service is not just an act; it is a reflection of who we are. We give service to others for a variety of reasons, but it is…
Life as a Religious Mutt
By Natalie Amsden Rivera While growing up, my holiday home had halls decked with holly, a menorah in the window, and a “Chanamus” tree. I come from a multiracial, religiously diverse family. My mom’s family is Jewish and my dad’s…
Be More, Do Less
By Rebecca A. Watson “It is the stillness that will save and transform the world.” —Eckhart Tolle Several years ago I lived with a good friend who spoke English as her third language. While she spoke fluently after years of…
Who Needs Need? The Sixth Pathway
By Gregg Sanderson “Here is a test to find whether your mission on earth is finished: if you’re alive, it isn’t.” —Richard Bach, Illusions When you get to feeling good all the time, you might tend to get down on yourself…