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Another New Angel - Rev. Marlayne Upton
On November 15, 2024, the Angels welcomed our sister, Rev. Marlayne Upton into their realm. Although details of her transition are not currently available, Marlayne passed suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 75.
Marlayne was ordained into ADL on 12/19/1994 and would have celebrated her 30th Anniversary this year as a minister with us. She was mentored by Rev. Dr. Barb Hanshaw.
We love you Marlayne! You will be dearly missed by those who were touched by your light.
How Do We Give Thanks?
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
Do I truly express my gratitude as well as I can? Sometimes that’s a trick question for me. I might “say” I’m thankful; I might even make a gratitude list where I write down all the big things (and little things, too) that I’m grateful for. It’s probable that I’ll express my gratitude aloud in the form of grace before a meal, or a simple acknowledgement of something someone has done for me.
But is that enough? Will those simple actions really help me change my atti…
Another New Angel - Rev. Rick Minckler
One
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
When I breathe deeply, my body relaxes.
When I go into the silence, irritations release me.
When I pray, I feel love for others.
When I take time in introspection, my self-love strengthens.
When I meditate, I allow my soul to speak to me and guide me.
When I commune with Spirit, Divine Source envelopes me.
When I acknowledge my Oneness with Sacred Energy, I Am.
Affirmation: I breathe, quiet, pray, love and commune, and I become One
with All-That-Is.
And so it is.
Unexpected Spiritual Growth
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
In one of my daily readings last week, I read three different paragraphs that intimated that I could only grow spiritually by attending regular services at a religious center, by meditating on a very consistent basis and by pursuing learning and personal growth from published materials by “experts.” The writings implied that without these frequent prioritized sacred practices, my spiritual growth would be fitful and spotty at best.
Well, I’m not sure about all of t…
Breathe Life
by Rev. Stacey Piedrahita
A brand new life
A heart open to love
A mind clear of chatter
A connection to above
A soul set on discovery, wisdom, and adventure
A curious mind, grounded and centered
Walking in faith with unwavering belief
Fear is a liar, the Devil a thief
They will steal your joy
They will steal your peace
Enough already I am turning a new leaf
A fallen Angel I used to be
Dancing with the Devil was my reality
Listening to all the lies he was telling me
Trying to get me to stop believing in…
Memories
by Rev. Stacey Piedrahita
Brown little curls
Eyes green with a little blue
A mischievous smile upon your face
I think you are two
Throwing sand at the seagulls
The joy upon your face
Fearless, not a care in the world
Can we stay forever in this place
The waves are so loud crashing into the surf
The ocean doesn't scare you in your sparkly bathing suit
The tide pools hold you until you can swim a little stronger
What I wouldn't give to go back in time and hold you five minutes longer
To inhale the esse…
Another New Angel - Rev. Kipp Price
Wrapped in Love, Kipp Price of Gainesville Fl. passed away peacefully at Haven Hospice on Sat., Oct. 26th, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. A true force of nature, Kipp Tyler Smith was born to Jeanette Ozanne Smith and Thomas Smith, in Miami Beach, FL. She grew up in Miami Beach, Coconut Grove, and Coral Gables. She ‘willingly’ attended the Everglades School for Girls after making a deal with her mother that she would get a car after it was over. Kipp also attended Gables High School …
La Maleta/The Suitcase
by Rev. Blanca Ibenia Aguilar
La Maleta
La maleta que cargamos es la combinación y el resultado de lo vivido, de lo aprendido viviendo con mamá, papá, herman@s, ti@s, prim@s, abuel@s, maestr@s, parejas, libros leídos, líderes religiosos, dogma, etc y que to-do junto se volvió nuestra personalidad.
Conociendo ESO nos atrevemos a decir y sentir:
"Abro y echo una mirada a lo que hay adentro de la maleta, confiada, sin saber verdaderamente qué es... dejo ir lo que ya no me sirve porque ya …
The Goodness of Infinite Source Energy
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
After a few deep breaths, I relax into the silver, golden, deep white light of Infinite Creation. I know beyond any doubt that I am blessed with unconditional Love, dynamic health, divine guidance and limitless prosperity. These perfect gifts are available at every moment to me, to my loved ones, and to all the peoples of the world.
Affirmation: There are no limitations to the goodness of Infinite Source Energy. I now prepare to receive all the spiritual and physic…