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My Own Wings
by Rev. Stacey Piedrahita
I soar on golden wings toward an endless blue sky. My heart is full I no longer question why
On my own wings as I ascend higher
As destiny aligns
My future is brighter
I saw this in my dreams
It was mine for the taking
A vision so vivid
I knew God wasn't playing
A seed had been planted so long ago
I forgot about it and let the seed grow
I believe I can do this
My heart says go
My hands no longer shake
My breath is calm as I take in all I have created
I am no longer dreaming. L…
Intentions
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
In many different spiritual practices, we use the word “intention” as something to strive for, something to express to the Universe or Divine Energy what we want or desire. The other day, while thinking of the word “intention,” I wrote this affirmation:
“I am grateful in advance for fulfilled intentions.”
I pondered that for a few days, feeling a little incomplete about the words “in advance.” I couldn’t let go of how much the “future” of that statement dist…
Saying “NO” Gracefully, Part 2
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
Last week we talked about some of the mental and emotional roadblocks to decluttering our lives by saying “no” more often. As we discussed, it's not as easy to say no as it might seem. But as frequently as I encounter this dynamic in my readings, I thought I’d pass along some guidance often recommended to the over-committed by Spirit Guides.
First of all, Spirit recommends that we admit that we are indeed, over- committed. Without this thoughtful, crucial ack…
Saying “NO” Gracefully, Part 1
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
“Just say no.” Sounds easy and looks good on paper, right? It’s something that many of us know we need to do more often than not, yet somehow ends up being just a phrase that gets lost in the shuffle of our thoughts, our emotions, and our tight schedules.
Some of you might remember the first lady Nancy Reagan from the 1980’s. (I have to giggle when I say this, considering the average age of our ministerial group!) Mrs. Reagan launched a well-intentioned, but …
Roger That...
by Rev. Estelle Thibodeau
April 29th, 2024
For Dr. Rev. Peg Gord, always listening…
Roger That…
I shouldn’t have been there. I hadn’t slept well. I was hungry, and I was too indifferent to do anything about that rumbling beast. The day was brilliant, summertime so thick, the blazing tar on the street shimmered upwards, The heat haze, a pestilent mirage, shifted on seesaws, back and forth; and then, “poof” into the solid, cloudless beaming blue sky.
I’ve got a CB Radio. I receive c…
I Am Infinite Source Expressing
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
I Am the calm and the quiet of Infinite Source expressing.
I Am the harmony and the peace of Infinite Source expressing.
I Am the helpfulness and the kindness of Infinite Source expressing.
I Am the creativity and the imagination of Infinite Source expressing.
I Am the wholeness and the dynamic health of Infinite Source expressing.
I Am the vitality and the strength of Infinite Source expressing.
I Am the prosperity and the fullness of Infinite Source expressing.
I A…
I Will Be Found
by Stacey Piedrahita
I am no longer the woman I used to be
I am saying goodbye to her as I am finally free
God intervened and kissed me from above
I now know what it feels like to live in a state of unconditional love
God’s mercy and blessings continue to come pouring down
I am not the same girl who left this one-stoplight town
I have neutralized the image of a girl living in pain
I became a new woman, and I no longer feel insane
It took living a life of a lonely poet, a wounded warrior, a girl…
2024 National Conference
The 2024 National Conference team members are excited to be creating a beautiful inspirational celebration of the Alliance of Divine Love.
The theme for our conference is “Activate the Divinity Within”. It was chosen to remind us that the Love of God is within us and we get to activate the ALL that is in our hearts. We have accessed the writings of Rev Dr Barbara Selwa in the DaySpring article to remind us ministers of the 5 aspects of our ministry:
- Spiritual Communications
- Healing Ener…
The Peace of My Soul
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
I clear my mind of the noises around me, and I calm the anxiety that sometimes besets my thoughts.
I clear the worry that often attacks my emotions and I release the naked feelings of losing control.
I clear my heart of the fast and staccato rhythm produced by my fear and uncertainty.
I clear my voice of the harsh raspiness that comes from the difficulty of speaking my truth.
I clear my ears of outside influences that perpetuate sadness, despair or hopeles…
Coming Back
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
I bring my mind back from the hurt of a life without joy.
I bring my mind back, back from the insecurities and uncertainties of financial darkness.
I bring my mind back, back from the frustration of a body that won't cooperate with a mind.
I bring my mind back, back from the feeling of loneliness that leaves my heart bereft of love.
I bring my mind back, back from the loss of loved ones passed or sim…