In memory of Martin Luther King, Jr., Jessica Roemischer set his final speech to the music of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic."
"When God Smiles" An interview with Archbishop Desmond Tutu
by Jessica Roemischer
As a journalist, Jessica Roemischer dialogued with some of the world's spiritual and cultural luminaries. This exclusive interview with Nobel-prize winner, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, reveals how one man's unshakable faith could change the course of his country and the world. Archbishop Tutu speaks about our relationship with God. When we are motivated by love and goodness, he says, we
"move the universe closer to what God wants it to be."
"move the universe closer to what God wants it to be."
Audio Readings and Writings
Saints, mystics, and prophets from all times and traditions have been aware of something beyond themselves. By whatever name they've called it, these remarkable women and men have all been 'in duet' with that presence, In Duet with God. These contemplations - in audio and print - are inspired by great teachers and texts, those who help awaken our hearts to the precious realm of Love that's in our midst.
Recognizing the Sacred in Everyday Life
A Contemplation on Hope
Contemplations
Living Hope
What is hope? Is it our longing for light In the hours of darkness? Is it our prayer for relief from pain? Is it our search for answers? Or our desire for good fortune for those we love? Truthfully, How do we find hope Amidst the many dangers, toils and snares From which we’ve come?.... Read more |
Consolation
This contemplation is about Consolation. It begins with a quote from Archbishop Desmond Tutu (see video above): "God is there in the fiery furnace with us." Archbishop Tutu “...And believe me,” says God, “Your suffering will help you, It will help you Be in duet with me. “And when you are in duet with me, You’ll see that, While all the world is full of suffering, It is also full of the overcoming of suffering. Read more |
Light Eternal
The world is embedded with clues, insights and revelations. Light is one of them. We are nourished by light. On a beautiful morning, the sun enlivens and renews us. Every cell in the body rejoices.
"In the beginning...God said, 'Let there be light;' and there was light. And God saw that the light was good." God (or Spirit or the Divine or the Creative Force) bathes us in that light. As you feel the radiance, know it is good. Read more |
