Empowering Wholeness in Clergy, Congregations, and Communities
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"The world needs Christian leaders who are spiritually and emotionally healthy. ‘Gifts’ and 'anointing' are important, but they are not enough for sustainable, effective ministry. I am deeply committed to helping my fellow clergy answer the Spirit's call into a journey of spiritual transformation, and engaging them as they learn to integrate their personal transformation with their growth as leaders. I want them to become leaders who are continually moving towards wholeness, and facilitating wholeness in their ministry settings and wider community.”
~Rev. Dr. Phaedra D. Blocker, Founder & President
Love Matters
“What’s love got to do with it?”
Okay, that’s definitely not an Advent/Christmas song. ☺️ As I reflect on the theme of love on this last Sunday in Advent, though, it is a really good question. When we find ourselves doing battle (yet again!) against the manifestation of evil in high and low places, inundated with voices championing—and legislating—division, derision, and discrimination, what’s love got to do with that? When it seems that all of our energy is needed to stand up to tyranny, fight injustice, and simply survive—where is there time or space to love?
Ministering to Those Who Grieve During the Holidays
Ministering to Those Who Grieve During the Holidays
Compassionate care in a season of mixed emotions
For many, December is filled with lights, gatherings, and joyful expectation. But for others—especially those carrying grief—the season can be tender, heavy, or even painful. As clergy and ministry leaders, we are often called to walk with people through these shadows while carrying our own. READ MORE...
Preparing Your Spirit for the New Year
Preparing Your Spirit for the New Year
Reflective practices for clergy and congregations entering 2026
December offers a natural threshold—an opportunity to pause, reflect, and prepare for what lies ahead. Before launching into planning meetings and new initiatives, clergy and congregations can benefit from intentional spiritual grounding. READ MORE...
A Prayer for Advent in Turbulent Times
A Prayer for Advent in Turbulent Times
Holy God,
You come to us in seasons of longing,
when the world feels unsettled
and our hearts carry more weight than we can name.
In these days of conflict, uncertainty, and deep division,
we look for Your light—
a light the darkness cannot overcome.
We pray for peace, not the fragile peace of avoidance,
but the bold peace of justice,
where every child is fed,
every neighbor is safe,
every community is valued,
and every voice is heard.
In this Advent season,
teach us to wait with courage
and to hope with our hands as well as our hearts.
Strengthen all who labor for healing—
pastors, caregivers, leaders, and communities—
and grant rest to those who are weary from doing good.
As we move toward the mystery of Christmas,
remind us that You chose to enter a turbulent world—
not in comfort or ease,
but in vulnerability, compassion, and solidarity.
Let the Christ who comes among us
rekindle our commitment to justice,
renew our compassion for one another,
and restore our trust that goodness is still being born.
Make us bearers of Your peace,
builders of Your hope,
and witnesses to Your love
in a world that desperately needs all three.
Amen.
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