What we do now, or don’t do now, is going to have enormous consequences for the future: the immediate future of our own children, and the future of all generations that come after us. (Thomas Berry, Sacred Moments) Advertisements
The earth has yielded its harvest; God, our God, has blessed us. May God continue to bless us, and be revered to the ends of the earth. (Psalm 67:7-8)
April 22 is Earth Day. I would like to suggest five ways that you can celebrate this special day. Pray Psalm 148 or sing John Michaels’ hymn, based on Psalm 148. O Bless the Lord by John Michaels, 1984. (There are several YouTube performances of this hymn.) O bless the Lord, the God of our … More Five Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Sometimes the words come first — as when I just have to share with you the latest book that inspired me. Then I look for images in my collection that come close to representing the theme. Other times, like today, I am overwhelmed by images that I feel compelled to share. In our photography class, … More Changing Skies
Today on Earth Day, I would like to share with you insights of a few ecotheologians I have been reading and a few questions for your own reflection. Q. How are we to live in our world because of God’s boundless love for creation and presence with and in it? Q. In what ways can … More Earth Day 2017
Beside flowing springs the birds of the heavens dwell; they sing among the branches. (Psalm 104:12) Since last June, I have been reading about the intersection of science and faith. It is an effort to bring my science knowledge up to date and to integrate that knowledge with my faith. It has been a struggle, … More Cosmology and Spiritual Life
For the past several years, I have been creating calendars of my favorite images of the year. This year, I added my favorite quotations of the year. Here are the last three months.
For the past several years, I have been creating calendars of my favorite images of the year. This year, I added my favorite quotations of the year. Many of these images can be found on this blog’s “My Favorite Images of 2016.” The calendar is called “Blessings”, and here I share with you July, August, … More Calendar of Blessings (3)
For the past several years, I have been creating calendars of my favorite images of the year. This year, I added my favorite quotations of the year. Many of these images can be found on this blog’s “My Favorite Images of 2016.” The calendar is called “Blessings”, and I share with you a few months … More Calendar of Blessings (2)
For the past several years, I have been creating calendars of my favorite images of the year. This year, I added my favorite quotations of the year. Many of these images can be found on this blog’s “My Favorite Images of 2016.” The calendar is called “Blessings”, and I share with you a few months … More Calendar of Blessings (1)
by Fr. Eric Hollas, OSB
Photography and Writing as Spiritual Practices
Photography and Writing as Spiritual Practices
The intersection of faith and life.
Photography and Writing as Spiritual Practices
