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Being the Beloved

Being the Beloved

The first things I noticed when I entered the hospital room were all the tubes and the constant whirr of the fan inflating the bed. Visiting Gary, who was lying in a specialized bed, connected to a breathing tube, was part of my rounds as a chaplaincy student.  “I can’t walk, I’m connected to all…

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Gospel living is messy. Christian discipleship is a life of struggle, as we advocate for social justice, live simply, serve others, practice contemplation and live in community. Welcome to the mess. Listen on: LATEST PODCAST LATEST BLOG RESOURCES NEWS Messy Jesus Business We are followers of the teachings of Jesus Christ. We are people on…

The transformative power of the spiritual practice of Eucharistic Adoration

The transformative power of the spiritual practice of Eucharistic Adoration

The air is palpably different, more alive, almost tingling to the touch. The round room always feels like entering home and my gaze is fixed on one spot. Sometimes a river of warmth comes toward me and holiness is not even the right word to describe a feeling this immense. At the same moment, the…

All Shall Be Well in Time of Pandemic

All Shall Be Well in Time of Pandemic

Are you overwhelmed? Do you feel yourself wanting to retreat from reality? I am with you, my friend. War, violence, refugees, the pandemic, climate catastrophes, fires, floods, droughts, division, racism and just solid injustice floods our senses and our hearts to the point of overwhelming despair.  As I think about the heartache and horror, I…

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Contributors Messy Jesus Business radical disciples/contributors Our host is Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration Julia Walsh: co-founder of The Fireplace Community, a former waitress, a scribbler of words and Catholic sister.  Our guests and contributors are spiritual teachers, social justice activists, artists, Catholic sisters, community organizers, servant leaders, theologians, ministers and authors; mothers, fathers, sons,…