The Practice of Joy

An excerpt from Rev. Emily Gage's reflection on Trust Joy . . . We are officially in the season of spring, and the world, as it does in this time of year, likes to show off. I always find it easier to access joy when there’s so much natural evidence around me. Robin Wall Kimmerer writes: “Even a wounded world is feeding us. Even a wounded world holds us, giving us moments of wonder and joy. I choose joy over despair. Not because I have my head in the sand, but because joy is what the earth gives me daily and I must return the gift.”

At Unity Temple, we engage in theme-based ministry where we explore a theme in depth over the course of the month through worship, small groups, and personal exploration. At the beginning of each month, we share a packet on the theme with spiritual exercises and questions as well as quotes, movies, podcasts and books. 


You are welcome to use this for your own spiritual deepening, and you are welcome to join a Soul Connections group. Soul Connections groups are a twelve month commitment with monthly meetings in which members share their experiences around the theme. The groups provide an uninterrupted listening presence and are a great way to build relationships and receive real nourishment for the journey. We launch Soul Connections twice a year, usually in October and March. There are in-person and Zoom opportunities to jump in if you are interested in joining a group now. Email us at soulconnections@unitytemple.org if you are interested.  


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