Vinita's Books
Spirituality
What Gives Joy
Pay attention to what gives you joy. These gifts of joy are meant to help us during times of desolation. Use them when you need them.
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Ignatian Prayer
Prayer with Open Hands
I’m going to begin with a daring statement: many of us Christians have approached prayer more as a transaction than a conversation. I grew up with the mindset that...
Reflections
The Music of the Day
One morning I tried to do centering prayer on our backyard swing. It was summer, and early mornings in our shady yard can be pleasant and quiet.
Well, not that...
Spirituality
Beware a Lack of Listening
You become wise through listening. However, it’s impossible to listen if you’ve already made up your mind—because you don’t need more information, you know what you’re doing, and you...
Spiritual Exercises
Ignatian Optimism
I’ve always been a bit put off by people who exude positivity non-stop, the ones who only see the “bright side” or who think that the quality of life...
Reflections
What Does It Mean to Live the Resurrection?
I write this from my home office, during a time of “sheltering at home” due to a worldwide pandemic. Did I just write those words? Is this truly our...