The only feelings that do not heal are the ones you hide.

The friend who cares makes it clear that whatever happens in the external world, being present to each other is what really matters. In fact, it matters more than pain, illness, or even death.

The best of community does give one a deep sense of belonging and well-being; and in that sense community takes away loneliness.

If I were to let my life be taken over by what is urgent, I might very well never get around to what is essential.

It is precisely in times of spiritual dryness that we must hold on to our spiritual discipline so that we can grow into new intimacy with God.

From the moment we claim the truth of being the beloved, we are faced with the call to become who we are.

It's not easy to sit and trust that in solitude God will speak to you - not as a magical voice but that God will let you know something gradually over the years. And in that word from God you will find the inner place from which to live your life. Solitude is where spiritual ministry begins. That's where Jesus listened to God. That's where we listen to God.