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About Patrice

I live spiritually and religiously, drawing upon poetry, prose, meditations, and the world's wisdom traditions.

Prayer, March 17

Here we are, gathered together in this sacred hour, within the sheltering walls of this blessed place. We give thanks for the abundance of joy, grace and possibility, while holding within us the sorrows present. Within these walls is where … Continue reading

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Continuing the “Welcoming Congregations” Journey*

Spirit of Life and Love, God, Divine Reality: We are holding much within our lives today. Some of us are doing fine right now. But some of us are sitting in this sanctuary with one of the most fundamental sources … Continue reading

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Vespers

Next week’s contemplative Wednesday service will be on text from the Sefer Ha’Zohar, or the Book of Splendors. Here is a part of that text: So long as the petals of the rose are folded shut, it has no aroma … Continue reading

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