by Soulcare Anchoress | Dec 10, 2024 | Advent, Anticipation, Ready
“There was a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was advanced in years, having lived with her husband seven years from when she was a virgin, and then as a widow until she was eighty-four. She did not depart from the temple,...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Dec 12, 2023 | Advent, Christmas, Holy Spirit
The path on which I walk Grace borders an open valley filled with natural grasses, withered flowers, and more recently, snow. When I see that the path is free of other dog walkers, I let Grace off of her pink leash and use the electronic collar to communicate with...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Nov 29, 2022 | Advent, Anticipation, Weary
Sunday marked the beginning of Advent – the weeks of waiting leading to Christmas. I took some time to notice the state of my soul upon entering this special season of anticipation and preparation. I recognized that I felt weary. As I looked forward to the...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Dec 15, 2020 | Advent, Better, God's Presence, Hospitality
Christmas cards, letters, shopping, baking, end of year projects, health screening, Netflix and Hulu tv specials, car repairs, salvation army drop offs, social gatherings in person or via zoom, gift giving, church commitments, year-end giving, and dinner parties. What...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Dec 1, 2020 | Advent, Distraction, God's Presence, Know, Whisper
Covid shifted expectations and experiences for nearly everyone on the planet. I found myself offering spiritual direction and soulcare via zoom. These monthly sessions morphed into outdoor meetings as covid restrictions changed. Jokingly, I remarked that my office...
