Loving the WHOLE body

It’s been hard for me lately – and maybe for you, too. January was a doozy of a month and as I write this, many parts of the country are on the front lines of frigid temperatures and fights for democracy.

Times like these are why resilience is so necessary. Which is why this month’s theme of Embodying Resilience might just be inviting us to return home to our bodies. Not simply our individual bodies, but our collective bodies, including…

• the body of our beloved planet, who provides for our sustenance

• the body of our international alliances, who crave the rule of law

• the body of our congregation, who connects across geographic space at various times

Our collective bodies deserve a love that prioritizes interdependence and natural transformation: we are never alone as we continue to grow and change. When love guides us, we might just have the resilience necessary to act for justice, to promote equity and diversity, and to share generously.

What do you do to embody resilience? What spiritual practices help you bounce back after hitting a wall? Which resources do you turn to when recovering from the shocks in your life?

For me, music making is one way to embody resilience. It helps me connect with my own body, with my fellow humans, and with Something Larger. It helps me feel grounded and strong. If you’re interested in the Music Ministry at Peoples Church, please let me know. I’m gathering a group to do some dreaming – together.

Growing in Faith,