‘Magic Tree House’ Author, ‘Calvin and Hobbes’ among hundreds of Tennessee book bans - PEN America The removals in Tennessee are the result of a growing political movement to control information through book banning.

What is the purpose of book bans when kids have the Internet in their pocket? pen.org/magic-tree-h...

The Never-Ending Journey Episode 9

Episode 9 (Final biography episode)

My plan is to continue with topical articles and essays related to reconstruction and the mystical journey. Any requests?

Thanks to all who have read!

#reconstruction

Co-Creating Reality Episode 8

Episode 8
Co-Creating Reality
So, by weaving together various mystical traditions, the ideas of Alfred North Whitehead and Teilhard de Chardin, two thinkers I first encountered while diving into Integral theory, have come to the forefront in the past few years.

#reconstruction #faith

ORTCON early bird registration expires April 30, so register soon. Here are the featured speakers... c4ort.com/ortcon/

The Achievement by Pope Francis That Few Are Pointing Out It's a big one.

I did find this interesting take from December
"If we reach the end of 2026 without a papal conclave (I hope that’s worded respectfully), the total drops to 118 cardinal electors and Pope Francis will have appointed 93 percent of them."

Marlette nails it.

Do you believe in physical resurrection?

What about an intellectual one?

Of course, the abandonment of institutional norms continues, the moving of the Holy Spirit must be ignored, in deference to those seeking power. At least there was a semblance of respect for tradition in the past, if only for appearances, now their audacious thirst for power is in full display.

An Open Letter to Hateful White Americans Dear Hateful White Americans,

What John says...
johnpavlovitz.substack.com/p/an-open-le...

Pope Francis The Pope’s final sermon began with the words, “Mary Magdalene.”

Pope Francis's final sermon began with the words, “Mary Magdalene.”

It may seem subtle, a small thing. You may have missed it. But it is a big subtle deal.

open.substack.com/pub/dianabut...

A Spiritual Quest Episode 7

Episode 7
A Spiritual Quest
"Okay, so, after countless hours of research, delving into ancient texts and modern philosophies, and countless hours of meditation, seeking inner wisdom and clarity, something finally started to click. There was a profound realization: all these diverse spiritual and..."

A Journey Through Wisdom Traditions Episode 6

Episode 6
"But my spiritual journey wasn't restricted to Buddhism. My curiosity led me to explore other esoteric traditions, like Kabbalah, Taoism, Agnosticism, and Gnosticism, along with different philosophies like Neoplatonism, Stoicism, panpsychism, and process thought."

Finding My Map Episode 5

Episode 5
"I found myself continuing to move away from constantly searching for concrete answers and more towards just being present with my experiences, observing without feeling the need to over analyze everything."

Mystical Collaboration Episode 4

Episode 4
"I don't know how else to describe it. It was like a light switch flipped in my spirit. Later I'd learn terms like "spiritual awakening" or "satori" to describe it, but in that moment, it was just real."

A Shared Mystical Quest Episode 3

Episode 3
"I still remember that first college church youth meeting like it was yesterday. Walking into that room, feeling awkward and out of place, until—BAM!—there she was. Alex."

Breaking the Mold Episode 2

Episode 2
"I did a year at this Bible Institute out of state, and then transferred back to this really conservative college – we're talking hardcore fundamentalist, the kind of place where they had you sign a statement of faith that left zero wiggle room."

Wandering Soul… Episode 1

Episode 1
"I remember the five-volume set of J. Vernon McGee’s “Thru the Bible” commentary, always within reach of his armchair. McGee’s down-to-earth approach to scripture resonated deeply with my grandfather. He embraced a dispensational view, the intricate tapestry of “end times” and the rapture"