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Beyond Epiphany: Reading the wise (Wo)men journey inwardly with Hildegard of Bingen.

In her Christmas homilies the medieval Abbess Hildegard of Bingen invites us to translate the Epiphany story into the soul’s journey towards new life…

Jan 5, 2023 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

This little light of mine

A Midweek Blessing for living Christmas forward — with a little help from Rumi and B Springsteen

Jan 14 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

Sunday Pause: How Long, O Lord?

Some readings and a consolation for the weary pilgrim

Jan 11 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

Lamentation for Minneapolis

Our hearts are broken.

Jan 8 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

Epiphany Day. A Pilgrims Celebration.

We made it, dear people. Shall we celebrate?

Jan 6 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

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I grew up behind the Iron Curtain. American politics evokes the worst and best memories in me.

Oct 31, 2024 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

I got verbally assaulted by a preacher man with the police standing by. Welcome to America!

Jul 7, 2024 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

Letters to America #4: Is the darkness the darkness of the tomb or the womb?

Mar 2, 2025 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

Christmas Day: Bring your heart

Dec 25, 2025 • Almut | Weary Pilgrim

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