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Reflections by Michael J. Scholtes, Author / Pastor / Speaker
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It’s the middle of autumn. November. A wintry wind has been whirling around my world the last week or so. This wind knocked the power out twice within a week, which was less than pleasant for me. A power outage is a very reliable trigger for me, one that ramps…
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The Texture of Depression
What does depression feel like? I am learning about mindfulness and meditation, and I found an exercise that asks this question. I decided to try…
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A Little Diversion
Pinewood Men Studios (which is my friend Pete and myself) present a quick film that might offer some hope in these scary times. At least…
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Anointed
This morning I attended an Episcopal church. They offered laying on of hands and anointing with oil for healing this morning. I took advantage of…
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Darkwater
This is a semi-fictional account of two events: a spiritual quest I went on in Schuylkill County yesterday, and a session with my spiritual director…
● 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.
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