For Sunday December 1st, 2013

Hello all, forgiveness is one of the most healing of human abilities. By releasing old wounds, easing conflict, and allowing forward motion through times of strife it becomes essential in maintaining healthy relationships. 

Yet somehow, in the world-wide arena of American politics, it is almost never heard. Personal ambitions oftentimes depend upon emotionally charged rhetoric. When this is adhered to long term solutions suffer. 

May we sit this Sunday for the proper use of forgiveness May we sit that the human concept of exacting justice be tempered by what the heart knows is an essential element in all our lives, forgiveness. 

Thank you,

Richard

For Sunday November 24th, 2013

Hello all, quantum physics teaches us that individual atoms only exist as potentials, or possibilities, or tendencies, until they are observed in some manner. At that moment of 'observation' they become physical, they come into physical existence. As we imagine the vastness of the universe we may wonder; what is it that has 'observed' each and every atom in each and every star, planet, and galaxy into existence?

Perhaps it's the action of Love, a Love fully enthralled by the absolute joy of creation. With this as an underpinning to our own existence, is it any wonder we long for the personal expressions of that Love within us? In spite of the distractions which free will allows, we are drawn constantly towards honesty, peace, beauty, courage, and so much more...

May we sit this week with that awareness of having been created, at our core, in exuberant joy from an eternal Love.

Thank you,

Richard

For Sunday November 17th, 2013

Hello to everyone, the life reviews of NDE'ers show how healing it is when you fully grasp a traumatic situation from the point of view of every person involved, and from a larger perspective as well. This coincides well with the concept that 'total knowledge' and 'unconditional love' are the exact same thing. When you know a situation thoroughly you cannot but be loving toward it. 

Currently, in our armed services, 22 people commit suicide every day. This is an historically high number and a tragedy at any number. It has been said that suicide is the worst thing that free will allows us to do. 

May we sit this Sunday for those whose situations lead them towards such ends. May they have a fuller grasp of where their lives are, and where they've been. May we find within ourselves the Love and Knowledge which heals and share it warmly with all others. 

Thank you,

Richard

For Sunday November 10th, 2013

Hello all, our Big Blue Marble the Earth, with it's tectonics and it's weather, has to fulfill it's processes. We might not be able to stop an earthquake or storm from occurring but there can be mitigation through prayer. 

So, perhaps we might start earlier with our prayers, along with our Sunday meditation, this week. May we sit for God's Will to be done for all affected by Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. 

Gratefully submitted,

Richard

For Sunday November 3rd, 2013

Hello and apologies to all, life gets a bit busy sometimes. May we sit for ease, contentment, and mindful appreciation of each moment, no matter what.

Thank you with utmost kindness,

Richard

For Sunday October 27th, 2013

Hello everyone, Jesus taught in parables and Zen has it's koans. The purpose is to blast us out of our old modes of thinking, from the common dualistic perspective of life to a more heart-centered view.

If we are to help this world move from the dualistic 'us and them' into the heart-centered Oneness of 'we' our viewpoints must change as well. We will need the courage to see our entire lives, and everyone around us, from this new perspective.

May we sit this Sunday for that perspective, and for the courage to include others as well. It's simple, we're all in this together.

Thank you,

Richard

For Sunday October 20th, 2013

Hello all, anger can destroy but teaching builds. It's easy to see that Malala Yousafzai was born into this world to be a teacher, to and of humanity. Her calm, quiet demeanor, after the ordeal of being shot in the face by the Taliban, comes clearly from the heart, as the best teaching always does.

May we sit this evening for the teachers within us, and the teachers with all of us. May our experiences bring wisdom and peace as we walk through this world.

With Loving thanks,

Richard

For Sunday October 13th, 2013

Hello everyone, in a conversation recently it was felt that, while there are many difficulties yet to face, a coming forth of spiritual beauty is increasing in the world. All of us currently on Earth are a part of that 'coming forth', with assistance from beyond.

May we sit this evening for the greater expression of that beauty which lives within us all, and for a clearer connection to spiritual assistance from beyond.

With great thanks,

Richard

For Sunday October 6th, 2013

Hello all, in Eban Alexander's book "Proof of Heaven" he mentions that humor and irony are proof that we are only travelers through this world, not trapped within it. Being able to step outside of our personal circumstances and see ourselves from a greater perspective, perhaps with a smile, can be very healing. 

And, as we watch the parade of stock statements and carefully choreographed outrage coming from our governmental 'leaders', we may well smile. It cannot be easy to be tightly bound by behind-the-scenes conniving, and still maintain a front of compassionate patriotism. 

May we sit this evening for Divine Light to shine down, bringing a greater perspective to those deadlocked in DC. 

Thank you all,

Richard

For Sunday September 29th, 2013

Hello everyone, as we all have heard many times the future of humanity is astounding. At some point a typical daily life will be infused with that which is now termed ineffable, beauty beyond description. Getting to that point will be a neat trick. 

The media focuses on gunmen, hostages, death, and terror - simply because it sells; in doing so they miss the millions who work and pray for a better world. It's the work and prayers of those millions which will bring about the 'cure' the world longs for, and is well due.

May we add our hearts to that movement this Sunday, as we add our work always. May we lift and be lifted beyond the typical, all the way to the loving warmth which lives within us all.

Humbly offered,

Richard

For Sunday September 22nd, 2013

Hello everyone, Furio Sclano, a minister in the Kriya tradition, mentions the path of growth from belief, to faith, to revelation. He says belief is a mental concept which is held dear, faith is a concept which you invest some of yourself in, and revelation is when you have your own spiritual experience.

This ties nicely with the phrase; religion is when you believe in someone else's experience - spirituality is having your own experience. 

May we sit this evening, in about 50 minutes, for that experience on whatever level. May we recognize it even in subtlety and enjoy it in all fullness.

Thank you,

Richard

For Sunday September 15th, 2013 - Yesterday..!

Geez, I have to apologize here. I've had a lot of distractions lately due to family coming in from out of town for, wait for it - my daughter's wedding. Whew!

I've kind of been on a non-stop roller coaster of living on cloud nine and woke up this morning realizing that I completely missed last night. Sheesh.

So anyways, with loving apologies to all, two things come to mind. First, the flooding in Colorado. I've heard that many are safe and many are in distress. May we be thankful and may Divine Will be done for all. 

Secondly, I'd like to share what I wished for my daughter and her new husband, that they remember the 3 P's; patience, persistence, and pick up after yourself. Patience, because it takes a long time for the other to grow. Persistence, because it takes a lot of work to grow yourself. And pick up after yourself meaning, don't leave a mess in the other's heart, or in your own.

Thank you all, perhaps my head and heart will return to Earth soon...

Richard

For Sunday September 8th, 2013

Hello everyone, when your heart is truly touched there comes a feeling of 'lightness of being' - and your perceptions change. The world appears to be different because you see it with new eyes. 

In these turbulent political times perhaps our 'leaders' need to see with new eyes. 

May we sit this Sunday for Divine Grace to come down and touch the hearts and give guidance to those involved in directing our nation's future. May we wish them well for their highest good. My we bring them our best.

Thank you,

Richard