Tag Archives: contemplative prayer

Elijah! Elijah! Elijah! Elijah!!

Posted on July 20, 2018 by Virginia

Today, 20 July, is the feast day of Elijah, one of the greatest prophets of the Old Testament. His example of courageous faith has inspired me (& many others) for a very long time. Returning from an 8-day silent retreat … Continue reading →

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ADVENT: … joy? ….

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Virginia

Years ago when I returned from the Middle East, folks at cocktail parties and church often asked, “So, what did you learn in all your time over there?” egads!  How to compress 5 years of living and working in the … Continue reading →

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