spiritual insights on religion, social justice and comparative theology
The winter doldrums can stifle us, but for artists it helps them turn inward, inspiring deeper concentration and turns a contemplative gaze to see greater wisdom. We hibernate by going inside to create and emerge to a sunbaked day to carry our creations and new understanding with a palpable sense of hope in communicating lively … Continue reading Shining Light On Artfulness by William Klein
In spiritual direction we are always considering helping the individual see where he is with himself and where he is with his spiritual understanding of who he is in relationship to God. Do the following exercise with a trusted helpful advisor who can assess and help you move through your feelings. Seek a trusted counselor … Continue reading A Personality Exercise by William Klein
My old high school is about to be torn down, and I’m conflicted about it. I see that things need to change and supported the decision. It is not as cost effective as it was when it was first built. I believe it costs a million dollars a year to keep the lights on, maybe … Continue reading Walking The Halls by William Klein
At my former school, there was a social service science fair called “Kingdom Fair.” It was started at the school by Tom Cendejas, my predecessor. Students would go out into the community and seek out and serve at non-profits to fulfill their community service requirement. They would serve as ambassadors for the organization and present … Continue reading The Kin’dom Within by William Klein
Recently the US negotiated with the Nicaraguan government for the release of 202 political prisoners. One of the prisoners who was set to board a plane bound for the US was Bishop Rolando Alvarez. Alvarez has been speaking out against human rights violations in his country, and he has supported the poor and workers’ rights. … Continue reading Belonging by William Klein
“Do your duty!” It is a central command in the Bhagavad Gita. Arjuna goes to the center of the battlefield and is about to go to war with relatives. The rest of the book identifies what one’s duty is in this life and why it’s important to carry that out. For Buddhists there are the … Continue reading “Do Your Duty” by William Klein
There’s an old Saturday Night Live skit in the 70s titled “The Thing That Wouldn’t Leave.” It’s a trailer spoof on horror movie commercials where the narrator with the booming voice announces the title, “THE THING THAT WOULDN’T LEAVE!!!” John Belushi plays a visitor who doesn’t get the hint that a family who has invited him … Continue reading “The Thing That Wouldn’t Leave” by William Klein
One of the most powerful experiences as a teacher is the journey with students who have shared their painful testimonies and the courage of students to face their pain head on -- to work through these problems and understand them. This is why retreats are so important. My ministry friends and I have noted that … Continue reading Ministry of Presence by William Klein
People are desperate for winners. There is something about your team winning that sets everything right with the world – for a time. I say that because Super Bowl LVII (57) is upon us. Although both teams Kansas City and Philadelphia have won a Super Bowl within the last 10 years, invariably there will be … Continue reading Praying For A Winner by William Klein
We are all restless and that restlessness is evident in many forms. Some are restless at work and to succeed in attaining goals, some are restless in relationships and finding fulfillment in them, some are restless in spirituality and understanding their place in the world, and others are restless due to health circumstances and circumstances … Continue reading Restlessness: “The Double Realm” by William Klein
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