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Writing, Like Life, Is a Work in Progress
Confessions of a Recovering Adverb Addict By Katie Rea — spiritual director, writer, and companion for those listening deeply to life as it is. A fellow bibliophile recently asked me, “So, what have you been reading lately?” It is a simple question, except for those of us who read like we are at an all‑you‑can‑eat…
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What Would His Mother Say? A Mother’s Day Contemplation on Letting Go
Spiritual Director reflecting on motherhood, release, and the holy work of letting go. By Katie Rea — spiritual director, writer, and companion for those listening deeply to life as it is. Jesus should be the protagonist of his own gospel stories. I get that. Still, I often wonder: What would his mother say? I would…
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When a Calling Unfolds Slowly
What an Episcopal nun teaches us about vocation, timing, and trust. By Katie Rea — spiritual director, writer, and companion for those listening deeply to life as it is. Sister Hannah described her spiritual calling in this way: “Instead of a moment, it was more like a very slow and gradual awareness of my call.”…
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When the Words Won’t Come
Learning to step away, soften the pressure, and return to the page as myself. By Katie Rea — spiritual director, writer, and companion for those listening deeply to life as it is. “Are you okay?” My husband’s voice pulled me out of the spiral. Right then, I realized how stressed I looked, slumped over my…
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A word from the wise…
I loved this Palm Sunday sermon from our very own Deacon Cindy at The Church of the Epiphany in Lebanon, TN. She shared about a journey where she experienced God’s deep delight—a beautiful and grounding message as we begin Holy Week. A gentle reminder: we are all walking a sacred journey. I’m grateful to share…
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