with Maria Renner Many of us are taught to seek closure: neat endings, certainty, and complete resolution. Yet life often unfolds differently. Grief, relationships, identity, vocation, and transformation rarely move in straight lines. This reflection explores how curiosity can help us remain open and spiritually awake in the midst of ambiguity, change, and unfinished stories. … Continue reading Awakening Curiosity: Beyond the Myth of Closure

with Rev. Elizabeth We will explore curiosity as the driver for developing any kind of relationship whether at work or at home. Healthy loving or productive relationships require hard work and a spirit of curiosity.  Asking open-ended questions and listening for common ground  develops trust and helps people feel safe enough to explore new ideas.  … Continue reading The Curative Spirit of Curiosity

with Rev Elizabeth “It may seem paradoxical that adults who approach life like a child would more likely become wise.  Many wisdom teachings throughout the centuries focus on the curiosity of children as the way to peace, peacemaking during conflict, whether it is in an intimate relationship or between nations.  Elders listen for the basic … Continue reading Curious as a Child, Wise as an Elder