Having come across the writings of Emanuel Swedenborg in his 70s, poet and scholar of religion Birrell Walsh has written several poems inspired by the Swedish Mystic. Below is a collection of his Swedenborgian poetry. Click below for a printable PDF version:: Birrell Walsh, PhD is a writer and scholar of comparative religion and mysticism. …
In this reflection, Rev. Robert McCluskey explores the theme of “Normalcy” in times of collective suffering and emergency. How does our concept of what is “normal” determine how effectively we can be agents of positive change and regeneration? Click below for a printable PDF version of Rev. McCluskey’s message: Rev. Robert McCluskey, B.A., M.A., is …
In this piece, Eleanor Schnarr, lifelong Swedenborgian and student at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California, explores the breathing practices of Emanuel Swedenborg and their role in his spiritual and mystical process. Click below for a printable PDF version of the article: Eleanor Schnarr is an artist, poet, and Swedenborgian mystic who lives and …
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In this sermon, Rev. Robert McCluskey explores several passages in scripture which invite us to discover and embrace our unique life-ministry. Click below for a printable PDF version of Rev. McCluskey’s sermon: Rev. Robert McCluskey, B.A., M.A., is a graduate of the Swedenborg School of Religion, and was ordained into the Swedenborgian Church of North …
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Rev. Thom Muller of Our Daily Bread’s invitation to join this year’s Annual Convention of the Swedenborgian Church of North America: more info at http://www.swedenborg.org
In this interview with ODB’s Rev. Thom Muller, Rev. Ken Turley shares about his artistic journey as a musician, what has moved him spirituallly and musically, and some recent projects he’s been working on. Click below for a printable version of our interview with Rev. Turley: You can check out Rev. Turley’s music on his …
In this reflection, Rev. Christopher A. Barber, Swedenborgian minister and teacher at the Academy of the New Church in Bryn Athyn, PA, explores the current socio-political issues surrounding systemic racism in the United States from a New Church perspective. Click below for a printable PDF version of Rev. Barber’s message:
There are three good reasons that Jesus could have been black: -He called everyone “bother” and “sister” -He liked gospel and sang after dinner -He couldn’t get a fair trial Three equally good arguments that Jesus was Jewish: -He went into his Father’s business -He lived at home until he was 33 -He was sure …
Rev. Shada Sullivan of the Church of the Holy City in Wilmington, Delaware, discusses the challenges and opportunities of the current reality of socially-distanced worship, and explores the 1950 Liturgy of the Swedenborgian Church, and how it may speak to us today. Click below for a printable PDF version of Rev. Shada’s sermon: Rev. Shada Sullivan …
May 16, 2020 As we all struggle to adapt to the restrictions and challenges surrounding COVID-19, it has been announced that the 2020 General Convention of the New Jerusalem (aka. Swedenborgian Church of North America) will be held in virtual/online format from Friday, June 26 to Sunday, June 28. The theme will be “Spiritual Vision …
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