The Rose and the Lotus
We share poems and sacred texts from east and west as we explore the symbolism of blossoming plants as a metaphor for our own flowering. We reference T.S. Eliot, Rumi, Mary Oliver, Buddhism, St. John of the Cross and others.
Author Archives: Paul John Roach
Lean into Lent
Lent is a preparation time, a 40 day period to get ourselves ready for the momentous events of Easter week. The actual period is closer to 46 days because Sundays are not considered part of the Lent season. In popular conception Lent is a time of sacrifice, of giving up something, like a certain pleasure […]
Take it to the Limit
In this podcast we look at ways to move beyond apparent limitations utilizing the Unity principles and the six paramitas of Buddhism which show us ways to say yes to a richer life.
Love is patient and kind
“Love is patient and kind” 1 Corinthians 13:4 Love is the virtue that contains all other virtues and two of the most beautiful that are enfolded in love are patience and compassion. Patience is the ability to stay steadfast and centered no matter the provocation. This quality of forbearance and fortitude is wonderfully expressed in […]
Keeping The Faith
We examine the advice given to Timothy by Paul in 2 Timothy 4:1-8 and how it is extremely relevant to our lives today.
Over and Over
We look at the various ways we give away our power and then show how we can empower ourselves in healthy ways. We note what advice Jesus and Byron Katie give.