Category: Themes
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Awakening – Inspirational Quotations
“We can change our own life and ultimately change the world.” ~ Kristi Bowman “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” ~ Albert Einstein “Life gives you exactly what you need to awaken.” ~ T. Scott…
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OUR MUSIC — Awakening In Song From Around The World
Song birds, awaken! Buddhists chant in the morning to bring themselves closer to enlightenment. Hindus chant in the morning for blessings for their day. Christians sing matins to affirm their relationship with God, ask for mercy, and remember. Before rising, Jews sing Modeh Ani, a prayer of thanks for the restoration of their soul. Native…
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Our Children – Awakened, Fascinated With The World
by Amanda Fischer, Director of Lifespan Learning Have you ever watched a toddler investigating a puddle? What about a school-aged child rolling down a hill over and over again? Children are often awake to the beauty and fascination of the world around them in ways that adults have forgotten. This month, our task is to…
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Where Are You On Your Journey Of Awakening?
by Nicoline Guerrier, Intern Minister Spring: a time of awakening. Here and there, little signs of life astound. A sudden glimpse of colour where a crocus pokes its head through decaying leaves. Unexpected birdsong. Sun-drenched walls you can lean against and feel your heart sing. And now and again, tiny gusts of air, fragrant with…
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Awakening: Our Theme For April
“We can change our own life and ultimately change the world.” – Kristi Bowman Click here for content on Awakening theme.
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Our Children – Hooked by issues of Justice
by Amanda Fischer, Director of Lifespan Learning There are so many opportunities for children to learn about justice at home. From basic questions about right and wrong, all the way to exploring the various shades of grey in complex political questions, young people are hooked by issues of fairness and justice. Ethical questions naturally engage…
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Inspirations on Justice
“Against eternal injustice, man must assert justice, and to protest against the universe of grief, he must create happiness.” Albert Camus “If we do not maintain justice, justice will not maintain us.” Francis Bacon “So keep fightin’ for freedom and justice, beloveds, but don’t you forget to have fun doin’ it. Lord, let your laughter…
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Justice: Movie Resources
Gandhi (1982 – 190 minutes – PG) Epic and unforgettable, Gandhi swept the 1983 Oscars, winning eight awards including Best Picture. The awe-inspiring story of Mohandas Gandhi, the diminutive lawyer who stood up to the British in India and became an international symbol of nonviolence and understanding. Hotel Rwanda (2005 – 122 minutes – PG13) Amid the holocaust…
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Embracing Justice to Build a Better World
Why did I embrace justice work in my life? My early family life was one of material privilege but little interconnection. More than 25 years ago, sensing something not right in my life, I felt the call to justice work. This path would allow me to connect across classes and races to help build a…
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Video and Audio Resources on Justice
Justice with Michael Sandel A 12-part Harvard University course offered free online, exploring justice from the point of view of moral philosophy and illustrated with contemporary examples. Video, 12 1-hour episodes. http://www.justiceharvard.org/ On Being with Krista Tippett: Justice and a Just War Three voices explore the possibility – or impossibility – of “just war” as…