Faculty who teach diversity classes or engage in diversity training can help initiate deeper change in students when they choose the Contemplative Approach.

Nov 5, 2011 - Amy Lynn Hess

Reflective Contemplation Meditation is different from most meditations where you try to sit with a silent mind. This meditation requires concentration.

Feb 17, 2012 - Sandra Markcrow

Every other Wednesday night, a small group of writers meets to share a vegetarian meal, talk and write.

Jan 11, 2011 - Elizabeth Herman

Centering Prayer is a Christian meditation technique. It seeks to open one's mind and heart to God by the continuous repetition of a sacred word or formula.

Jul 4, 2009 - Martin Bohn

Teaching children how to pray in real life situations reinforces the importance of prayer. Practical prayer can be used as a tool for spiritual growth for children.

Jul 22, 2009 - Dianna Griffis

In Pure Land Buddhism, the visualization of the land of Amitabha Buddha is an important meditation practice that aims to lead the disciple towards samadhi.

May 23, 2011 - Thais Campos

The season of Lent offers new ways to rejuvenate a spiritual connection to Christ, to God, to the divine spirit within through prayer and contemplation.

Mar 4, 2009 - Megge Hill Fitz-Randolph

Catholic youth listen and talk to God.

Apr 20, 2007 - Diane Laney Fitzpatrick

This article in a series on prayer explores prayers of adoration and ways to enjoy life more in praise of the divine.

Jan 16, 2009 - Melissa Roberts

Henry David Thoreau assessed his poetic talent by referring to himself as "sometimes a Poetaster"; his attempt at an Italian sonnet proves the accuracy of his assessment.

Jun 5, 2008 - Linda Sue Grimes

Simple prayers invite the Christian and his or her family to celebrate April Fool's Day, April showers, and an April birthday with God.

Mar 27, 2010 - Melissa Roberts

The Lord's Prayer is often memorized at an early age, but is often not fully explored until later. There are deep spiritual truths in this model prayer that can be taught

Feb 25, 2010 - Dave Ingram

The following prayers offer the Christian and his or her family the opportunity to invite God into their journey through Lent to Easter.

Feb 20, 2010 - Melissa Roberts

Simple Christian prayers ask God to guide and bless those undergoing surgery.

Oct 27, 2009 - Melissa Roberts

Simple Christian prayers invite believers to seek God as they begin a workout routine, heal from a strenuous exercise, and struggle to keep exercising for good health.

Oct 4, 2009 - Melissa Roberts

The third in a series on prayer explores prayers of petition -- what a petition is, how to pray for yourself, and the benefits of praying for yourself.

Dec 2, 2008 - Melissa Roberts

The Bible includes many examples of human friendships that are useful as models of what good relationships should be like. Praying together strengthens relationships.

Sep 1, 2009 - Mistie Shaw

Explore short phrases, words, symbols and other options to begin or enhance your practice of Centering Prayer.

Dec 27, 2010 - Melissa Roberts

Meditation labyrinths are ancient, complex geometric designs. The beginning and end are at the same location. It is said they may have healing properties.

May 20, 2011 - Mike Brandolino

Simple prayers invite Christians to seek God's healing and comfort during a case of the flu.

Sep 29, 2011 - Melissa Roberts