Season 5, Episode 8 - Rooting in Soul Care Practices for Hard Times
We are living through unprecedented times; as each of us continues processing the election, and moving through waves of grief, disappointment, overwhelm, etc., it is vital to remain rooted in God, and come into beloved community with one another. Mom and I share a few of our thoughts post-election (check out two recent Instagram posts, Jesus Is… and Reclaiming Christianity), drop into discussing what soul care is, why it matters, and share two soul care practices you can lean into for support - breath prayer and meditating on verses of scripture.
Breath prayer helps us to focus on a short phrase (God, Give me strength to keep going…or uplift a verse of scripture). You say the first part of the prayer on your inhale, and the second part on your exhale. You repeat this over and over until you feel God’s spirit. And Mom walked us through meditating on scripture which she breaks down into a 3 step process of which begins with prayer, and then we observe (write down what you think the verse is saying), interpret (go deeper here and ask >>> what does this verse mean?), and application (how does this verse apply to my life? How can I embody it within my everyday living?).
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Thursday, Dec. 5, 8pm EST
Soul Care Resources
>>> Two FREE downloads guiding you through breath prayer and meditating on scripture - prepared by Mom and I.
>>> Check out our past episode - When It Feels Heavy, Connect to the Power of Prayer and Meditation
- Check out our interview with Jonelle of Young Prophets Collective
Middle Collegiate Church (my place of worship and community)
Check out our interview with Rev. Jacqui, Senior Minister at Middle Church.
The Perch Place
Check out our interview with Amy Jackson, founder of The Perch Place.
Light of the Holy Spirit by India Arie
For My Good (feat. Todd Gilbert & Chandler Moore) by Maverick City Music & Naomi Rein