Easter reflection – Sunflower Seeds

Celebrating Easter Seeds, 2020

By Melannie Svoboda SND | April 13, 2020 |

In his book, Taking Flight, Anthony de Mello tells this story. A woman goes into a store and finds God behind the counter. She asks, “What do you sell here?”…

The Turtle Story: A Reflection for Holy Week and Easter

By Melannie Svoboda SND | April 9, 2017 |

I love the writings of Barbara Brown Taylor, a 65-year-old American Episcopal priest, professor, writer, and theologian. Her books include The Preaching Life, Altar in the World, and Learning to…

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!