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This conversation was great when I first heard it, but today, it reaaaaally hit in a way that felt so needed. Ashlin Malouf - Gashaw does a phenomenal job explaining how to let community truly lead, finding that balance between co-creation and building a system the group can actually have faith in. I loved her analogy of co-creation as offering “clay” (or an idea) to the group to shape. What really resonated, though, was when the conversation shifted to the balance of anger and how it relates to all the work we’re doing to promote connection, belonging, and empathy. Ashlin shared a quote from John Powell: “Be soft on people and hard on systems.” That reminder feels essential to think about right now. Ashlin also brought up the quote, “Anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” It’s easy—and sadly common—to see people quick to blame, point fingers, and promote othering in different ways. But now more than ever, we need to love. And we can’t build this world of belonging we want to see without having those hard conversations with ourselves and reflecting on how we might be unconsciously perpetuating the same harms we’re trying to fight against. As this podcast put it so perfectly, we need to not only ask ourselves who we want to become but also who we may need to unbecome. If you’re needing a boost, I highly recommend you give this a listen!

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It’s always too early—until it’s too late. ⏳ There’s never a “perfect moment” to plan your legacy, but the best moment is now.  Don’t let important stories and details fade away with time. With Soalma, organizing your legacy is simple and meaningful.  Do it today—don’t wait any longer! 👉 https://soalma.com/ #Soalma #PracticalLegacy #PlanYourLegacy #FamilyForever

"Randy Raus, President and CEO of Life Teen, shares insights with Shalom World News on the growing trend of young people embracing Eucharistic Adoration. He shares the beauty of witnessing even middle school students spending 45 minutes in silent adoration, experiencing a profound encounter with the Lord. Raus encourages parish leaders to foster opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration, recognizing its potential to change lives." Watch the 1-minute snippet here: https://lnkd.in/gF8zqCCJ #lifeteen #SWNews

Here's a little #maritimeinspiration to help you get through the middle of the week!

Why Having a Pastor is Essential: Finding Strength in Times of Discomfort Discover the true purpose of a pastor beyond Sunday appearances. Learn how a pastor can provide guidance and support during challenging times, offering hope and encouragement when you feel like giving up. #PastoralSupport #FindingStrength #OvercomingChallenges #SpiritualGuidance #Encouragement #FaithJourney #HopeInDifficultTimes #BuildingCommunity #EmotionalSupport #NeverGiveUp

When we are faced with difficulties, it is easy to be overwhelmed by the situations in our lives. Problems, trials, and temptations come to everyone. True champions are those who learn to look beyond their circumstances and who hope in God’s interventions. Consider Sandy's inspiration regarding difficulties and how we can ask our God to help us through them. #BuildingPeople #SpreadingHope Be an #AmbassadorOfHope #PrayForGodsWill https://lnkd.in/gtSM-fg7

🌳 "Can the legacy of one individual shape the destiny of an entire community?" 🌳 Step into the intriguing world of Zabdi, a biblical figure whose story ripples through time in unexpected ways. Mentioned across several books of the Old Testament, Zabdi's tale intertwines with faith, duty, and the shadow of familial choices. Known as "Zabdi the Shiphmite" and "Zabdi son of Zerah," his life was notably marked during the conquest of the Promised Land. His connection to the infamous story of Achan in Joshua bears significant weight. When Achan, Zabdi’s grandson, defied divine commands after Jericho's fall, the repercussions resounded disastrously for their community. This account underscores a profound biblical theme: the transgressions of one ripple out, affecting the many, illustrating the deep-seated notion of collective responsibility. 🤔 How do you interpret these themes of legacy and communal responsibility in your own life? Can one person's actions tip the balance for better or worse in today's world? 🚀 Dive deeper into Zabdi’s journey and the centuries-old lessons on community, accountability, and faith by reading more about this enigmatic figure and share your thoughts below! 👉 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/guYxG72Q

Rosh Hashanah 5785 Rosh Hashanah isn’t just the day of judgment. It is the day on which Adam was created, humanity’s birthday. The fact that these two days are really one can teach us something crucial about the work we are meant to pursue on Rosh Hashanah, and the whole year ahead. The first statement we hear about human nature is that we are created in the image of God. The first comment on human existence is that it’s not good to be alone. If humanity is like God, and the primal negative is the lack of relationship, then we can say that it is not good for God to be alone either. Rosh Hashanah is the day on which God decided to do something about that by bringing us into being. And why judgment? Because healthy, constructive relationships demand an honest assessment of our interactions with others. No one is perfect on their own and our connections with one another, and with God, are always a dynamic engagement. When we fail, we repair. And when we succeed we rejoice. When others let us down, we face them, and in commitment to one another pick up the pieces together. It has been a hard year for many of us, for reasons personal, national or both. There is likely an urge to judge ourselves, each other and even the Judge. Perhaps there is a place for all of these, but if you do so don’t forget that this is also our collective birthday. The day on which God decided that creation could not do without us. So let’s stand together in judgment, with compassion and rejoicing. After all, that’s what we were made for. https://lnkd.in/dQewg_q5