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Fire and Spirit

After officiating at a beautiful wedding on this gorgeous Spring day, I added a “Fire and Spirit” post to Temple of the Cosmos. Check it out!

Every Blossom a Chalice

Twice recently this poem from Hafiz has come to me from friends, which has led me to share it here. Rain and light. Beautiful. GOD POURS LIGHT God pours light into every cup, quenching darkness. The proudly pious stuff their cups with parchment and critique the taste of ink while God pours light and the [...]

‘GreenSpirit: Path to a New Consciousness’

My friend Marian Van Eyk McCain has edited a new book, GreenSpirit: Path to a New Consciousness.  Because the topics in it are related to my work on Temple of the Cosmos and my interest in our spiritual responses to our world, I intend to read it as soon as I can get my hands [...]

Green Spirit

On this white and snowy day, I’m sharing a springtime photo, plus a link I just added to this blog. The people of GreenSpirit: * celebrate all existence as deeply connected and sacred * understand humanity as integral to the planetary landscape rather than its distinguishing feature * find inspiration in the traditions of Earth-based [...]

Up-Close and Natural

Because we are part of the natural world, our earthly story can offer us inspiration, healing, a sense of peace and balance, or a profound feeling of belonging. What is happening now outside your window? As I look out, I see that once again a soft blanket of white covers the ground and rooftops. The [...]