Stephen Copeland

Henri Nouwen’s book “The Return of the Prodigal Son” was inspired by a chance encounter Nouwen had with a reproduction of Rembrandt’s famous painting.

Richard Rohr sometimes talks about how negative thoughts have a way of sticking to our brains like velcro, while positive thoughts have a way of slipping away like teflon.

In the morning, afternoon, and evening today, enter into stillness and be reminded that God dwells within you and animates you through the mystery of the Holy Spirit.

It seems our world is becoming more noisy by the day. We can even become addicted to the noise, eager for the next stimulus to activate our hearts and minds, especially in our social media age and with inflammatory news cycles.

We often must let go of what we are used to and surrender to new life in Christ. “Letting go”—can be one of the strongest, most mature contemplative movements one can make.

While we’re disconnected from our communities and the lives we once knew, it’s easy to believe the lie that we’re lost or don’t have a home.