Speaking of Spirit

As we entered the New Year, I meditated upon my one word for the year.  What came to me was "fearless." Given the state of the world and the constant battle I have been doing with fear, this word felt Heaven-sent. During the past five days, I have felt like the women of the scripture who are told, "Be not afraid." Over and over, I have been reminded that I can be fearless as I teach, as I write, as I minister. Good people will continue to do good things. God will provide for my needs, as always. My one concern is to continue shining the Light that has been given me to share - the Light of Love, the Light of Peace and the Light of Acceptance. In my searches for quotes by women who exemplify fearlessness, I have found the following: We realize the importance of our voices only when they are silenced.  ~ Malala Yousafzai We can do no great things, only small things with great love.  ~ Mother Theresa Our deepest wishes are whispers of our authentic sel...

Wheatfields under Thunderclouds by Vincent van Gogh  [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons Blessed Creator of Light and Dark hold our hand during this present storm... We are afraid and in our fear withdraw from others and from You... Blessed Creator of Sun and Storm wrap us in Your Presence... We are filled with doubt but our spirits call out to You... Blessed Creator of all there is open our eyes and hearts to see that behind the clouds the sun still shines, just as, in the midst of calamity You are always there.   Blessings to all!