by Soulcare Anchoress | Jun 11, 2024 | Color, Experiential, Prayer
In Lancaster Country, Pennsylvania, nestled in 100 acres of woodlands, Black Rock Christian Camp and Retreat Center provides respite from the rigors of life. Black Rock offers year-round retreats, outdoor education, team building activities, and space to be with God,...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Apr 30, 2024 | Answer, Gift, Prayer, Shiloh
On April 20, 2024 an answered prayer and gift from God entered into this world. My son, Sammy, and his wife, Emily, welcomed a beautiful daughter, Eliana Shiloh Hoag. 🎉 Big sister, Eve, expressed delight that a baby sister has joined the family. Eliana in Hebrew means...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Mar 7, 2023 | God's Presence, Hem, Prayer, St. Patrick
Not long ago a friend wore a pair of pants that had not been hemmed. She noted the fabric at the bottom coming undone and the unwanted frill. Getting the pants hemmed topped her to-do list. Have you ever had the hem of a shirt, jacket, pants, towel, or blanket come...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Oct 4, 2022 | Groans, Holy Spirit, Praise, Prayer
A few times a week I experience “Awhhh.” Often during the weekend, I receive a spontaneous text from my daughter or her husband, wondering if we could go to our apartment complex hot tub. As often as able, I jump at the idea. As we shed our robes and sink into the hot...
by Soulcare Anchoress | Nov 16, 2021 | Gratitude, Prayer, Prepare
The fall is a season of preparation. Animals in the forest prepare for winter by gathering and storing food in their homes, changing their appearance, and migrating to other parts of the world. Plants and trees adjust to the changing season by slowing their growth....
by Soulcare Anchoress | Sep 21, 2021 | Fasting, Praise, Prayer
I continue to rest and reflect on Jehoshaphat’s story from 2 Chronicles 19-20. These rich inspired words nourish my soul. I hope you’ve had a chance to read these chapters too. Let’s recap a bit of Jehoshaphat’s journey. Scripture tells us that the Lord was with him....
