There is a difference between being healed and being cured, and it is more significant than most people realize. Drawing from the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17, this distinction opens up a deeper understanding of what it means to experience true wholeness, and how faith plays a central role in that journey. What Is the Difference Between Being Healed and Being Cured? All ten lepers in Luke 17 were cured. Their physical symptoms disappeared. But only one returned to give

Rev. Leslie Woods This essay originally appeared in our church newsletter. It reflects on Charles Fillmore’s teaching on the Power of Imagination and how to work with creative flow in your spiritual practice. The Power of Imagination has to be my favorite power, in fact mine may need taming from time to time. And yet, I see people struggling with imagination the most. Is it frivolous and too playful? Do people feel it needs to be outgrown after childhood? In New Thought, ima

A woman stands amidst a crowd, solemnly clutching her hands in a moment of grief and reflection. Grief is such a sacred journey and it is essential to experience for our over all well-being. We naturally assume there is grief around death, however, we often forget grief around transitions in life like changing a job, moving to a new town and leaving another behind, or a change in our health condition where we are facing challenges. Oddly enough, even in the best of circumsta

When we embark on a journey of spiritual growth, the path often feels like a winding river - sometimes calm, sometimes rushing, but always moving forward. For those of us seeking to nurture our souls while honoring our authentic selves, finding inclusive spiritual literature can be a beacon of light. These books don’t just offer wisdom; they embrace the fullness of identity, weaving together spirituality and LGBTQ+ experiences with warmth and grace. Let’s dive into a collecti