What if Lent began with a question? by Sheryl Spencer A mother-daughter road trip sparked a sacred writing practice rooted in memory, wisdom and God’s presence
This Lent, I’m choosing friendship over spiritual gold medals by Alydia Smith After years of overcomplicating her faith practice, a minister discovers that relationships — with Christ and others — matter more than achievement
Finding God among trees, rabbits and foxes this Lent by Shawn Sanford Beck A United Church chaplain and Christian animist finds deeper devotion in daily walks and prayers for the land
Forged Morrisseaus are hurting today’s Indigenous artists by Mike Alexander Decades of art fraud have undermined trust in the Woodland School and threatened the livelihoods of living creators
How our fear of aging is speeding it up by Diana Ballon Obsessing over getting older may be costing us far more than time
I received the kingdom of God through a child, and it broke my heart by Gary Boratto That moment is forever etched into me, but I am grateful for its sadness and joy
The stories behind our ornaments — and the Advent Calendar we made to share them by Jocelyn Bell Some ornaments are more than decorations — they are stories. Jocelyn Bell shares hers and the Advent Calendar that celebrates the stories
The Christmas my 100-year-old mother played Santa one last time by Sylvia Grant For years, Martha Grant donned a red-and-white Santa suit, bringing gifts, laughter and holiday joy to her family
My friend of 40 years was dying. This was our last conversation. by Christopher White Christopher White sat down with Grant Dillenbeck for a conversation about facing mortality
Why today’s spiritual seekers are reviving ancient practices by Anne Thériault Contemplative Christianity offers calm in tumultuous times