For Sunday, October 31st, 2010

Hello all, as humankind endures the chaotic processes of nature; volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunamis and weather, as well as the self-imposed chaos of politics and elections, with the ongoing difficulties of money, power and fame, may we recall this quote from Albert Einstein:

 

"The life of the individual only has meaning insofar as it aids in making the life of every living thing nobler and more beautiful. Life is sacred, that is to say, it is the supreme value to which all other values are subordinate."

 

May the fullness of this sacredness come to those who help, to those who would lead, to those who choose, and to ourselves as well.

 

Thank you,

 

Richard

For Sunday, October 24th, 2010

Hello all, early on in our country's history politics attracted the 'best and brightest' of each generation. The sense of crafting a country for the good of all was large. However, during the past 50-100 years the lures of money, fame and power has increased. Politics has become big business, the public is manipulated for personal gains, and a toll has been taken. These days very few people who are heartfelt and intelligent would choose such a career. The proper combination of political shrewdness and personal compassion is rare. Gandhi, Lincoln, and Mandela come to mind though there are and have been others.

With elections coming let us sit this Sunday for those who seek office and for those who cast their votes. May the Light come down that we choose wisely and fulfill our greater calling.

Thank you,

Richard

For Sunday, October 10th, 2010

Hello all, one can see the use of anger to energize an electorate in the furthering of personal political goals in our times. History shows that the defining of, and rallying toward, an enemy results in material benefit to a few and monumental suffering to most.

The greatest advances in humanity have come through cooperation. While still difficult to achieve at times, it has served us better in the long run.

This Sunday may we sit for cooperation, for upliftment, for the rising above the typical attitudes of our day. May the doors of our hearts be open. May we see the way.

Thank you,

Richard