An invitation to Pause, Encounter, and Grow together.
A contemplative’s journey.
Lent Day 23
pneuma
it’s hard to fathom
the undulating breath
like wind with the sea
circulating waves
in the rhythm of renewal
becoming then falling
rising and crashing
like thunder and lightning
in a midnight sky
Pneuma is an ancient Greek word for “breath” and, in a religious context, for “spirit” or “soul.” It has various technical meanings for medical writers and philosophers of classical antiquity, particularly in regard to physiology, and is also used in Greek translations of ruach רוח in the Hebrew Bible, and in the Greek New Testament.
In classical philosophy, it is distinguishable from the psyche, which originally meant “breath of life” but is regularly translated as “spirit” or, most often, “soul.” –Debora Buerk, Editor
“Steve McPhail was a Selah Companion since 2018.
He brought joy to those who crossed his path.
And what is most clear is how much he loved God,
praying for those around him to find the same freedom
and love he experienced.”— Mary Pandiani, Executive Director, Selah Center
Here & Now dedicates the Lent & Easter series to Steve’s memory.
We invite you to post a tribute to Steve for his family in the
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— Debora Buerk, Editor
Steve and Kathy McPhail at a Selah Companions gathering held on Zoom preparing for communion.
A six-week small group study of Sacred Rhythms, introducing prayer practices used for centuries by Christians who desire a deeper closeness with God. The study includes videos by author Ruth Haley Barton, a home-study guide and group discussion of the lessons.
JUNE 1: A quiet day of Prayer and Contemplation for the season's transition. Gather on Zoom for instructions and reflection.
An online contemplative gathering that meets for 1 hour every Friday at 10am. It is free for anyone anytime. Register to receive the link.
A six-week small group study of Sacred Rhythms, introducing prayer practices used for centuries by Christians who desire a deeper closeness with God. The study includes videos by author Ruth Haley Barton, a home-study guide and group discussion of the lessons.
An online contemplative gathering that meets for 1 hour every Friday at 10am. It is free for anyone anytime. Register to receive the link.
Gathering Hubs facilitate in-person contemplative community, intended to cultivate a space to reawaken our deeper presence with God and each other. Held in Gig Harbor, WA and Edmonds, WA.
JUNE & JULY 2023: Get your words flowing by writing, in community, through Zoom on alternating Tuesday evenings (every two weeks) from 6-7 pm.
A six-week small group study of Sacred Rhythms, introducing prayer practices used for centuries by Christians who desire a deeper closeness with God. The study includes videos by author Ruth Haley Barton, a home-study guide and group discussion of the lessons.
An online contemplative gathering that meets for 1 hour every Friday at 10am. It is free for anyone anytime. Register to receive the link.
A three-session course providing content, resources and practices for facilitators of contemplative groups.
An online contemplative gathering that meets for 1 hour every Friday at 10am. It is free for anyone anytime. Register to receive the link.
JUNE & JULY 2023: Get your words flowing by writing, in community, through Zoom on alternating Tuesday evenings (every two weeks) from 6-7 pm.
A three-session course providing content, resources and practices for facilitators of contemplative groups.
A three-session course providing content, resources and practices for facilitators of contemplative groups.
An online contemplative gathering that meets for 1 hour every Friday at 10am. It is free for anyone anytime. Register to receive the link.
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