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Author Archives: Mona
Anger and Humor – can God take it?
“In the musical The Book of Mormon there is a song that is both beautifully poetic and rhythmic. It just grabs you. It is sung by the inhabitants of a small Ugandan village who then translate the words and, well, suffice … Continue reading
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FAITH
When you come to the edge of all the light you know and are about to step off into the darkness of the unknown, FAITH is knowing one of two things will happen: There will be something solid to stand … Continue reading
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The nature of HOPE in an ICU
I am a staff chaplain in a hospital with four critical care floors and a cancer unit, and naturally I spend a lot of my time on those critical care floors. My time is spent with patients and families who … Continue reading
Storms
Subtropical Storm Alberto, May 26, 2018 An actual picture. Storm Ending BY JEAN TOOMER Thunder blossoms gorgeously above our heads, Great, hollow, bell-like flowers, Rumbling in … Continue reading
God?
So I just read my last blog post again and realized how theistic it sounds. God – the Great “I Am.” As a Christian one would assume I am a theist. But I find myself in the post-Christian camp, more of … Continue reading
Be Still and Know
When I was teaching and leading retreats I learnt a beautiful way to pray the breath prayer or centering prayer. Using the phrase “Be still and know that I am God” start with the whole phrase, breathing in slowly and … Continue reading
The anxiety of loss; the loss of anxiety, Part II
This article has some excellent advice. Tips For Taking Care of Yourself During Stressful Times From the NIU Employee Assistance Program Stop, breathe, and tell yourself: “This is hard and I will get through this 1 step at a time.” During … Continue reading
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The anxiety of loss; the loss of anxiety, Part I
After experiencing a loss – the loss of a loved one or another major loss such as the loss of one’s health – anxiety is going to be a part of the experience. Loss raises questions that we aren’t comfortable … Continue reading
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A Blessing for Nurses
When preparing for a Nurse’s Week Service I searched for an image I could use in a blessing. When I found out it would be outside, I thought of a tree: Rooted and strong, upright but flexible, reaching out, but firmly … Continue reading
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