Thoughts on a Contemplative Reformation
At the Intersection of Contemplative Practice, Poetic Imagination, and Congregational Ministry
The Rev. Dr. Stuart Higginbotham Advent III, Year C Zephaniah 3:14-20; Luke 3:7-18 The Sacred Language of Christianity is the Body Reflection 1 of 3 The Word became flesh and dwelled among us… Today’s homily is the first in a three-part reflection, with what we will share this morning, as well as tonight... Continue Reading →
The Rev. Dr. Stuart Higginbotham Advent 1, Year C Luke 21:25-36 December 2, 2018 The Heart of the Matter Last week, we went to visit family in Arkansas. I really do love having time to catch up with some of our family. We went from house to house nibbling here and there. On several... Continue Reading →
The Rev. Dr. Stuart Higginbotham Proper 28, Year B Mark 13:1-8 November 18, 2018 Die Before You Die Not one stone will be left here upon another. All will be thrown down. Years ago, not long after I was ordained a priest, my uncle came to Atlanta with his church on a trip. Lisa... Continue Reading →
These video reflections are so helpful, as we continue to reflect on the social and religious dynamics of our context. Prof. Taylor's words help parse the complex factors we experience. How do we talk about God? How do we understand--or resist--the loss of the Christendom framework in our circumstances? https://youtu.be/HAuHmRSxZY4 https://youtu.be/eHhMi1sqEkg https://youtu.be/tWhQbg0B-sY
Here is a tribute video by Contemplative Outreach, with enormous gratitude for Fr. Thomas's life--and the encouragement for each of us to take our place in embodying this call of Christ on our lives. Thank you, Fr. Thomas... https://youtu.be/tJSGlqM3pxQ Here is a shorter reflection, with excerpts from the longer video, "A Life Surrendered... Continue Reading →
Contemplate This! Many thanks to my friend Tom Bushlack for the conversation on his podcast. Tom's ongoing work with the Contemplate This! podcast offers rich insights into the lives of diverse folks, all of whom are exploring ways to embody a contemplative posture in their lives and vocations. I was with Tom at the New... Continue Reading →
The Rev. Dr. Stuart Higginbotham Proper 25, Year B 2018 October 28, 2018 The Struggle with Spiritual Sight The Crypt Church in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in DC is a space that speaks deeply to me, that pulls me in and makes my heart vibrate. A deeper part... Continue Reading →
Many thanks to Clint Sabom for the opportunity to share some of our experience at Grace Episcopal Church on the Contemplative Light podcast. These conversations are so very important, as we recognize the challenges faced by the institutional church. Click the link HERE to explore the podcast and more resources on the Contemplative Light site.... Continue Reading →
The Rev. Dr. Stuart Higginbotham Proper 23, Year B Mark 10:17-31 October 14, 2018 Who’s Possessing Whom? You should know, this is my stewardship sermon this year. I am trying something slightly different, but let me tell you a story first. When I was a child, I was totally convinced that my younger sister... Continue Reading →
What is your post to hold? Reflections on the Spiritual Gift of Weirdness Stuart Higginbotham On August 8 of this year, I had a very powerful dream. It was a lucid dream that sat me straight up in bed at almost two o’clock in the morning. I dream a lot, and my dreams are... Continue Reading →
Thoughts on a Contemplative Reformation 