balancing work and leisure – Sunflower Seeds

Thou Shalt Have Leisure Time

By Melannie Svoboda SND | July 15, 2013 |

Did you know that one of the Ten Commandments is “Thou Shalt Have Leisure Time”? It’s contained in the third commandment: “Remember to Keep Holy the Sabbath day” (Ex. 20:8).…

A Reflection on Labor

By Melannie Svoboda SND | August 27, 2012 |

As we celebrate another Labor Day in this country, I’d like to share a few words about labor. Some of us have a very negative attitude toward labor. We traditionally…

September 29-30: Zoom Retreat

“Celebrating Three Gifts of Autumn: Wonder, Letting Go, and Peace”

This retreat, sponsored by the Sophia Retreat Center in Atchison, KS, runs from Friday 6:30-8:00 PM (Central) to Saturday 9:30-11:30 AM (Central). Whether you love autumn or are saddened by its arrival, this short retreat is meant for you. We will reflect on the sheer beauty of this season with its challenge to trust forces greater than ourselves. We will explore how autumn can lead us to deeper inner peace in a world often marked by unrest and adversity. The sessions will include input, scripture, music, videos, humor, and sharing. Cost is $50. (Scholarships are available). Check their website for more details: [email protected]

Give yourself the gift of this little zoom retreat. I hope to see some of you there!