Shamans, in one form or another, have been around since the dawn of humanity, dealing with the physical, psychological and spiritual needs of indigenous peoples everywhere.
During the aftermath of the unusually heavy and long-lasting snow that fell in Corvallis the day after Christmas, I had time while cocooning to reflect on the phrase “Happy Holidays” and why I feel so ambivalent about it.
This past fall, I was talking with one of my daughters about school, about social studies. She was learning about world religions. Our conversation covered a lot, revealing that Indigenous-based religions/faiths were not part of the unit. We talked about why Indigenous-based spiritualities a…
Among indigenous traditions, there is a ritual referred to as a vision quest for those going through significant turning points/life transitions to receive guidance from ancestors and spirit guides. The shaman/medicine man assists in preparation for the quest, overseeing building a campsite …
I wonder if there’s ever been such collective attention given to the human face as there’s been in our current time.
There is a hand game I learned as a child: "Here's the church, here's the steeple. Open the door and see all the people." As cute as this fingerplay was, it gives children the wrong message. The church is not a building, nor is it a place Christians should spend most of their time.
Editor's note: “All quoted passages in this article are by The Living ECK Master, Harold Klemp.”
Sunday service: Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 2650 NW Highland Drive in Corvallis, will share God’s Word and Holy Communion at 9 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 2, both in the sanctuary and via livestream worship, accessible at www.svlccorvallis.org and facebook.com/shepherdcorvallis.
I wonder if there’s ever been such collective attention given to the human face as there’s been in our current time.
Christmas Eve services: United Presbyterian Church, 330 Fifth Ave. SW in Albany, will hold two candlelight services on Friday, Dec. 24.
There is a hand game I learned as a child: "Here's the church, here's the steeple. Open the door and see all the people." As cute as this fingerplay was, it gives children the wrong message. The church is not a building, nor is it a place Christians should spend most of their time.
Editor's note: “All quoted passages in this article are by The Living ECK Master, Harold Klemp.”
The holidays can be a time of hope, cheer, love, and gratitude, but at other times they can feel stressful, burdensome, and lonely. This year, I am reminded of restored peace and joy, when I turned to God for inspiration.
Creche exhibit: The 28th Corvallis Nativity Festival continues through Tuesday, Dec. 7 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 4141 NW Harrison Blvd.
The annual Corvallis Nativity Festival is underway.
Pursuing justice is a deeply held tenet of Judaism. That is why Jews have often been at the forefront of social change movements.
Rabbi Maurice Harris will lead “Reasonable Defiance and Disturbing Obedience in Genesis,” a lecture/discussion, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1 and Dec. 8 on Zoom.
A scholar of Christian spirituality argues that prayers are meant to bring together a faith community — something apps aren’t likely to achieve.
This past March, Ideas, a Canadian radio show and podcast, explored how imagination could help ward off human extinction.
Shoebox gift collection winds down: Monday is the last day to drop off shoebox gifts for the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child project at several mid-valley sites.
Here's a look back at several decades of balloons, marching bands and more at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
As the public cacophony of opinions and political conflict continues, how are we affected by the fierce urgency of now?
Sunday service: Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 2650 NW Highland Drive in Corvallis, will share God’s Word and Holy Communion at 9 a.m. Sunday, both in the sanctuary and via livestream worship, accessible at www.svlccorvallis.org and facebook.com/shepherdcorvallis.
I recently heard a man with Parkinson’s disease describe the necessity of having a sense of purpose when eating. “Chew with purpose! Swallow with purpose!”
Sunday service: Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 2650 NW Highland Drive in Corvallis, will share God’s Word and Holy Communion at 9 a.m. Sunday, both in the sanctuary and via livestream worship, accessible at www.svlccorvallis.org and facebook.com/shepherdcorvallis.