Welcome to Compassionate Sunday. We're working through Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life by Karen Armstrong, one step per month.
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In the Northern Hemisphere of the planet, we celebrate the returning light while the Southern Hemisphere enjoys the longest days of their year. My reflection on the Eleventh Step, Recognition, last week led to contemplation of the divine light in each of us.
Light, flame, spark. These are beautiful realities and metaphors to celebrate and contemplate at this time of the year.
Wherever you're located and whatever holiday you celebrate, I recognize you. I appreciate that you are reading these words. I write them with compassion for you. I wish for you and those you love much happiness on this day.
About Joy Weese Moll
a librarian writing about books
