A welcoming community
for those who struggle with organized religion
but haven’t given up on God or a world at peace.
Naked and Unashamed: Creating the Conditions for Lifelong Love
In a swipe-right world, is it possible to find lifelong love? Suzanne Ross shares what the Bible has to say and shares three tips on how to be more authentic and vulnerable.
Why Millennials Don’t Feel They Belong in Church and What We Can Do about It
Pastor Adam Ericksen poses the question “Why are younger generations leaving their churches?” and explores how Jesus would approach the situation.
Bless Your Loved Ones By Living Your Truth
Being our authentic selves is worth the risk. Lindsey Paris-Lopez relates her experience converting to Islam as a teenager and how it affected her family relationships and sense of belonging.
Seduced by Scandal: How to Become Unscandalized
What happens when scandal strikes? Suzanne Ross delves into the truths behind scandals, why scandals happen, and offers three tips to become “unscandalized.”
So They Call You a Heretic. Here’s Why You Should Embrace It.
Pastor Adam owns his status as a heretic and invites you to do the same, “for even Jesus was accused of heresy.” He also explores what it means to truly be a Christian.
“The time has come for us to forgive one another.
If we wait any longer there will not be time enough.”
René Girard
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We know – the topics look good, but what is that last one, Mimetic Theory, all about? You may not recognize it yet, but fear not! Explore our site and it won’t take long for you to see that Mimetic Theory is the key to understanding all our other topics and building real peace in our lives and our world!
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The Olive Branch
Each week we will offer you an Olive Branch, our way of creating space for you to step back and take a breath. By slowing down, we can discover how to move from conflict to peace, from suffering to healing, and from confusion to wholeness. Find insight, encouragement, and inspiration for the journey.
Imperfections make you who you are, someone worthy of love and belonging. Do you have a favorite flaw? #belonging #love #flawedbutfab #worthy
Has your learning ever been hindered by a lacking a sense of safety, belonging, or contribution? #belonging #safety #learning #contribution
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Loving yourself isn't always easy. How did you discover you were worthy of love and belonging? #belonging #beloved #love #worthy
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Grateful living and belonging are inseparable. Where do you encounter them? #belonging #gratitude #life_as_gift #you_belong #love
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Society surrounds us, even when we feel apart from it. Changing society requires ownership and action. Where are you working to change society? #belonging #socialchange #ownit #changeit #societyisyours
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If belonging resides within, how do we share our belonging with others? #belonging #being_together #wheredoyoubelong #love #welcome
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God is love. When have you experienced divine love? #belonging #God_is_love #divinelove #embraced #beloved
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To belong, we must be authentic. Where are you accepted as the wonderful and imperfect person you are? #belonging #love #authenticity #acceptance #fully_you
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Where do you find belonging and togetherness? Is love there, too? #love #belonging #togetherness #sharing #caring
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Walking in another person's shoes can provide a way to understand their experiences, but it can be awkward and uncomfortable... just like not belonging. When you feel like you don't belong, how do you respond? #belonging #fitting_in #shoes #walk_in_their_shoes #feelings
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Self-acceptance seems like a simple thing, but often is not. What stops you from accepting yourself? Does that same issue stop you from accepting others? #belonging #love #acceptance #no_judgment #self-acceptance
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