Prayer Practices

Sometimes we need something simple. Not a full devotion. Not a long list of prayer requests. Just a way to slow down and remember that we...

I didn’t go looking for a silent retreat. It was part of an assignment. In my spiritual direction training, we were told we’d need to complete two individually directed silent retreats during the program. The facilitator said it so calmly, like it was completely normal. But I remember thinking, What does that even mean? Three days. No talking. No plan. No schedule packed with sessions or sermons. What was I supposed to do with all that silence? That was the assumption I carri

Prayer Can Look Different Than You Think When we think of prayer, we often picture passionate words spoken to God, moments of stillness,...

The Journey Towards Growth Spiritual growth is a lifelong process of becoming more like Christ, shaped by God’s love and presence. As you grow, you begin to experience more of what Jesus modeled, a life of meaningful relationships, deep rest, and peace in both good and hard times. Without this growth, life can feel stagnant or disconnected. But as you’re formed by Christ, you grow into spiritual maturity, finding joy in God and the world around you (Ephesians 4:15–16). How Sp