Spiritually Speaking

The spread of misinformation and lies has now extended into multiple aspects of our lives, eating away at humanity’s fundamental realities. But how do we find a way to discern what is reality?

The Hindu Parishad and Cultural Centre and the Victoria Multifaith Society will again collaborate to host one of Victoria’s favourite multifaith events, the arts devotional One Spirit, at 4:00 pm, Sunday, 1 October, 2023at 1934 Cultra Ave. in Saanichton.

Shabbat candlesticks are a constant reminder to me of the importance of honouring the Sabbath and festivals. The customs we follow remind us of sadness in times of joy; they allow us to remain humble and grateful for all that is good in the world.

In order to develop effective social norms around social media, parents, schools and communities need to have a conversation discussing risks and remedies, large and small.

Can we not find ways to expand the far healthier political model that already exists in Canada? In the process of integrating best practices we’d be reflecting and celebrating the original cultures of this continent.

Soon the Jewish world will celebrate Rosh HaShana, the Jewish New year.  This is a time to reflect on our lives and responsibilities

I was introduced to current thinking on Kingian nonviolence at the June conference of Anglican Deacons Canada. The idea of re-igniting the conversation on nonviolence as an antidote to the disintegrating chaos of today was intriguing .

Recently, there has been some comment on an article in this space about a topic that’s very dear to a lot of hearts: when our pets – and other animals -- die, do they go to heaven?

Thomas is a reminder that it is OK to doubt sometimes. Maybe his example of questioning is what we need when the world gets loud and we’re not sure how to proceed or who to listen to.

When I think of St. Matthias often from now on, he will remind me to stop and see all those people working in the background to make sure we have what we need. And that’s not just in church.