Jeffrey Engholm

ELCA Pastor - Minnesota

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My California Grandson

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The bigger story that we r being drawn into often comes in little moments. This is why we must b present to little moments as much as big.

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*breathe*

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*breathe*

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Some of most powerful moments of life r when we feel truly SEEN for ALL of who we r. Who SEES you? What R ways you can help others be seen?

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Things we interpret as limitations may be the the things that help us slow down enough to see things we normally miss.

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Glow sticks must be “broken” for the light to shine. What must be broken down in you to create new light, new understanding?

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2/2: But, when resistance is like a filament in a lightbulb, it can also be the necessary thing to create new energy & light.

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1/2: Resistance can be both a roadblock and a blessing. When it shuts us down, it is a barrier between ourselves and new ideas/people.

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*breathe*

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Why is humility impt? When we r humble, we enter into common ground w another. It opens to shared humanity and is birthplace of empathy.

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*breathe*

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Inspiration & respiration share the same Latin root. Inspiration provides a kind of “breath.” What inspires you? How do you share w others?

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*breathe*

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*breathe*

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2/2: It might be somethng entirely new. Or might b beckoning to dig deepr into current situation. Takes time to figure, but it is worth it!

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1/2: Sometimes we find our “outer” life feels so different from the “inner” life. It calls us to pay attention to something new happening.

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Too many times we let fear dictate. Don't be afraid of a little pain! https://t.co/s9SDOLioI1

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Restlessness can come from many things: world, self, vocation. It is important! It can propel us to new things. How has it served you?

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As pastor and spiritual director, over years I have encountered common Qs & concerns & exhaustion. My hope here is to offer space & refuge.