Minister's Page
| Spring has fully arrived and with it, a shifting of our lives and activities. What better way to heal the heart or revel in the joy of life than by being close to nature in the spring? Spring break for children and teachers gives many of us a break from our routines. This is a perfect time of year to rethink how we wish to live. Might we find a few moments each day to breathe more deeply or to walk gently on the earth or to sit in meditation? In our Soul Matters small group last month we explored the theme of Transformation. In a powerful poem that was part of the reading, the poet challenged us to be mindful of where we put our attention. Rather than fritter our attention away on things of little or no value, she implores us to put our attention on loved ones, flowers, trees in the fall, laughter. What she is asking us to do is FOCUS our lives. Focus is often difficult for many of us, especially since COVID. To focus on items, events and relationships shows that they are priorities in our lives. However, the reality is that focus takes practice and intention. Perhaps in this month when nature is so glorious, we will be able to focus our time and attention of beauty and joy—both worthy of our attention. Enjoy this glorious April. Blessings, Terre |