Processing Our National Grief May 29, 2023 By Ellen Spero 1 Comment On this Memorial Day, Ellen Spero considers how the Vietnam War Memorial provides an example of the ongoing process of grief in community that might also guide us in the wake of Covid-19.
Relieving Anxiety through Yoga May 22, 2023 By Lauren L. Murphy 1 Comment Lauren L. Murphy has found a way to move from anxiety to rest and peace. In the practice of yoga, she grounds her body, stills her mind, and connects to her Benedictine spirituality.
My Father’s Blessing May 15, 2023 By Nabuule Vivian 1 Comment Nabuule Vivian shares her process as she seeks to reconcile the ancestor religion of her father and grandfather with the Catholicism of her family and upbringing. What is conveyed by her father's blessing?
Finding the Gifts of the Asian American Church May 8, 2023 By Julie Yeeun Kim 1 Comment In this profound essay, Julie Yeeun Kim urges Asian American Christians to confront and explore the pain of their particular experience, to wrestle with God, in order to discover their unique gifts.
To My Friends at Saint John’s Abbey May 3, 2023 By Jenni Ho-Huan 4 Comments perhaps [we] finally seek them out / and they host us gently / with food that lasts // thus nourished / we see how poorly we have seen / and how much we have lost— / hearts grown too cold and too old // for creation’s glory
Exploring Grief in Community May 1, 2023 By Mashaun D. Simon Leave a Comment Through groups like Grieving Our Mothers and grieving rituals with African origins, Black Atlantans are finding ways to grieve in community, to unite in remembrance of those lost and process grief together.
Women Talking: A Model of Discernment April 24, 2023 By Susan Sink 2 Comments The film "Women Talking" by Sarah Polley offers a model for community discernment, whereby the lived faith of the women informs a life-changing decision.
The Terratic Covenant April 19, 2023 By Grace Ahles and Hanna Beshai 4 Comments Grace Ahles and Hanna Beshai interpret the Noahic Covenants, focusing on Creation's engagement with the Earth.
Senator Dave Durenberger: Very Human Lessons from a Public Life April 12, 2023 By Michael Hemesath 4 Comments Senator Dave Durenberger, who grew up on the campus of Saint John's University, may be remembered for his public censure, but should also be praised for what he learned from the experience.
Lenten Benediction April 7, 2023 By Molly Bolton 1 Comment Tombs alive / in corners of our homes: slice / of green glass on the windowsill, / ultrasounds tucked in / a wooden box, a tiny / ceramic urn; only ever / dust to dust.
