Pause. Rest. Stop.
No matter what you are doing,
No matter how sacred or urgent the task,
Take time to
Pause. Rest. Stop.
In spite of her fears,
In spite of the dangers,
“Who knows” inspired Esther to act.
In this week's Torah portion, Tetzaveh, we are commanded to make offerings every day that will help lift up the ner tamid, the continual light that shines from generation, to generation, to generation.
Tradition teaches that Adar brings a mighty ruach (spirit) that turns realities upside down and causes worlds to shift.
In a place where there is no humanity, strive to be human.
This week as we gather with our ancestors at the foot of Mt. Sinai, we also celebrate tu b’shevat and the gifts bestowed by the trees.
The Mystery calls:
Listen deeply.
Practice calming the mind and heart
So as to know that fear isn’t all there is.
Let’s reach out to each other with kindness and love.
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Let’s reach out to each other with kindness and love.
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We will be courageous and resilient.
We will choose love.
We will stand with dignity and grace.
Let us speak in ways that inspire
Healing and blessing.
Let us approach this New Year with courage, creativity and grace.
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May the Chanukah lights illuminate pathways of healing and peace.
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Chanukah encourages us to search for and lift up light, even when so much lies in ruin.
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In the watery darkness,
I can imagine Jacob wrestling with
Who he had become through choice and circumstance
And who he might yet come to be.
Ya’acov’s journey reminds us
That fear is an understandable response
To our world being shaken
Sending love and blessings on this day. May the great mystery that moves through all, guide us, showing us ways to heal and mend.
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Wherever we find ourselves on Thanksgiving, may we experience moments of love and connection that bring nourishment and strength.
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We need to rest, heal and restore our souls.
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Let’s be true to our sadness and disappointment.
We will continue to love and find our way together.