Too many people live lonely and isolated lives. Some are isolated at home. Others feel lonely in their viewpoints at a time when shaming has become a sport on social media and TV; it can feel unsafe to share. Many are yearning for community, yet feel dissatisfied with their church communities. How can we help ourselves and each other live more connected lives? We can start by listening (to ourselves and others) in a new way.

How many consecutive days have you spent living in a human-made world without reconnecting with your first mother, Earth? Do not judge your answer; just notice. Give yourself time to pause and go outside. Be open to re-connecting with Mother Earth.

Experience the Bible story of the Woman at the Well (John 4:1-42) in a new light. Recognize this story as one that holds the longest-running conversation between Jesus and anyone in the Bible. I am having a new conversation with Jesus through this story. I invite you to be open to a new one as well.