purposeful & authentic living
I struggle asking for help, especially when I really really need it. This was my first flat tire - ever - right after visiting with a patient on services for Hospice. This situation reminded me of my helplessness when I am in situations that I can't fix and in need of help. I wanted to…
What I'll be doing in this season of Lent is taking time to read the daily emails from my Seminary. I was asked to contribute towards the 2023 Lenten Devotional and I can't wait to experience how what I shared will fit in among my peers and faculty who also contributed. If you'd like to check it out, the link is here and it's being offered in two different options this year- daily email format or full PDF download. What's been your experience of Lent? Would you like to join me in reading through this devotional this year? I'd love to have an ongoing conversation with you throughout this season of Lent.
I know the title seems a bit aggressive (at least to me) and not something I would go around saying personally but last year when I attended this first conference, I was hopeful for what it could be. I was not disappointed. I left both informed and inspired by what was thoughtfully shared and silently…
Continue reading ➞ Racism in the White Church 3 year conference
Wondering why I'm not posting so much this year about the non-profit organization called IF:Gathering? Well it's because I'm taking a little break from that since this year, I'm not hosting this gathering, I'm attending- in person- in Dallas! This is exciting for me to be able to see a bit of the other side,…
Continue reading ➞ #ifgathering2022 Live or Livestreamed March 4-5
This morning, after everyone rushed off to school and work, I thought about the conversation that happened yesterday between my daughter and I. So, I decided to make a quick video about it. I also share the passage where my comment to her yesterday came from, it's from Mark 4. You can reread it for…
I have three different opportunities that might be for you, or it might not. Read a mini-description below for Spiritual Direction - Group or Individual, and an upcoming Book Club. Reach out to me if you are interested in learning more or if you would like to meet with me to see what it feels…
Sejana Shines 