Blogging about Faith, Labyrinths, Mental Illness, and More
Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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● Featured Article
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For at least twenty years, I have enjoyed walking labyrinths. Labyrinths are maze-like structures that have been used as spiritual tools for centuries. For the past nine years, I’ve been walking labyrinths throughout the northeastern United States, and blogging about them. To learn more about labyrinths, check out this page…
● Latest Articles
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Mindful Eating and Mindful Reading: Feeding Body and Mind
About two months ago, I made a decision. I was very unhappy with my current weight, and I was also concerned about my blood pressure,…
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Remembering Feryl: A Journey Through Depression and Hope
Dear Feryl, I can remember your funeral. I was there, and while I don’t remember many of the details, one in particular stands out. I’ve…
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The Rich Images of God: A Dive into the Trinity (Sermon)
This sermon reflects on the Gospel of John 16:12-15, emphasizing the mystery of the Trinity and God’s multifaceted nature. Jesus, aware of his imminent departure,…
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From Grief to Authenticity: Coming Back to Writing
In my last post, I wrote about how I stopped writing publicly last November. I claimed that the initial reason was my grief at the…
● About Me
I’m Michael, the author of this blog. I search for meaning through walking labyrinths, through exploring my Christian faith and my experience of depression, through preaching, and through writing about it for you.
