Spiritual Practices
What has sustained me and will continue to sustain me in Ministry
Journaling
a mostly nightly ritual
I try to write three things that I have appreciated about the day. Anything that is difficult in the day or that I am anxious about also goes into the journaling for the day. These journals help take things out of my brain and help me center on the good and move past the difficult.
Spiritual Art
a way to focus and get out energy
When I am in a creative mood, I feel the need to create and explore different concepts. I love doing art in these moments to find a moment to talk with God and have something to occupy my hands while I think and pray.
Working Out
a way to provide myself care and nurishment
When I began working out, it was to become more fit and healthy. But as I have continued, I have started using the time as a moment to thank God for my body and my strength. I use the time as a moment to connect spiritually with God and creation around me.
Bible Study and Prayer
Connection and Spiritual Nurishment
I take time to intentionally work in the scripture and study the Bible in a prayerful way. I enjoy finding new and interesting interpretations of the Bible and exploring them with an open mind and prayerful Spirit. I believe I have been able to explore and articulate my personal faith better for these explorations.