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POST-CHRISTMAS INVENTORY

In support of future holiday celebrations, it's worth identifying the "manger moments" that made this past Christmas memorable.

WHAT ABOUT THE PUMA?

I prayed to understand that the qualities the Puma represented were intact, regardless of what my eyes were telling me.

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Where is God when bad things happen?

Have you ever asked yourself where God is when you’re faced with bad news? We invite you to listen to each episode and discover ideas that spark hope and inspiration.

From Freedom from addiction

LOST AND FOUND

I saw that in order to find my life, I had to first lose it—that is, lose all sense of life as material.

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Even when persistent prayer is needed over a period of time, we can expect moment-by-moment signs of progress and renewal.

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'UNLESS THERE IS A NEW MIND...'

Can you think up a New Year's resolution that's really worth keeping? This article should give you some helpful ideas.

A community of healers

I will never forget the first time I walked into a Church of Christ, Scientist.
During the December 2005 live chat event “How hymns provide comfort and healing” with Dr.

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A spiritual approach to mental health

Listen to this Sentinel Watch series on mental health—and find hope, even healing.

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Anthology of classic articles

Listen to this inspiring collection of articles.

From Safety

A safe refuge

Trust in God opens the door to a safe refuge, always available and always at hand.

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From Living the Lord's Prayer

'OUR FATHER ...'

The Lord's Prayer sparks the recognition that divine Love is always with us.

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From the tragedy of 9/11—and all the challenges growing out of that event—to last year’s tsunami, the war in Iraq, the worst hurricane season on record and the suffering resulting from the earthquake in Pakistan, it has seemed as though the world is under siege.
Having lived most of my life in the Los Angeles area, I’ve had my share of experiences with earthquakes.

Rewriting your résumé

My friend was now asking me to see each new experience as proof that I was learning more, gaining expertise, responding better.
“Happy New Year!” It’s an invitation for all to rejoice in the anticipation of a new beginning.
We’re right in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season.

WHAT CHRISTMAS MEANS TO ME

Thoughts on the season from the founder of the Sentinel.