Does Suffering Play a Part in Spirituality?

Over the years I have watched the pendulum swing in my own life when it comes to suffering. Growing up Catholic, I assumed that suffering was part of being a truly spiritual person because that is what Jesus had done for our redemption. As an adult, I decided after a...

What Is Spiritually in Fashion for 2008?

Let’s begin with what is no longer fashionable for a spiritual person to be wearing in the coming year. 1. I want this, this, and this. Them? Oh, that’s their karma. Greed is completely passe. Greed has been destroying nations, cultures and this planet and it is...

Spiritual Practice Through Work

Over the past few weeks, we have been periodically exploring the concept of career ministry in Our Spiritual Leadership Training Program. Now, let me be clear, we are not talking about converting people in the workplace. And we were not talking about being career...

Intuiton Leads the Way

In my previous life as a human relations consultant for businesses, I discovered something that at the time was rarely discussed in business application—the importance of following your intuition. I remember chatting with my dear friend and mentor one evening about...