This episode contains a reading of Psalm 31, a psalm that brings to mind the crucifixion of Jesus. I will share a reading from the poetry of Sappho, a Greek poetess of the year 600 B.C.E. I will compare her work to David's and share some history of this wonderful poet. Later in the episode, we will be blessed by the Mission Sisters of the Holy Spirit. A few years ago I conducted several interviews with these amazing ladies and share with you a special moment from my last meeting with them before COVID. They are religious sisters of the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw, Michigan. Thank you for tuning in to the show. Please consider sharing the show with someone you love and especially with those you are learning to love. : ) Books mentioned in this episode: Sappho translated by Mary Barnard For more information about me and my work, please visit http://www.brianneturczynski.com or http://www.lovingtheimperfect.com
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A Special Episode on Celtic Spirituality
Hi Everyone! I haven’t posted in a long time. I just started an inclusive spirituality podcast called Loving the Imperfect!! Season 1 has begun, and I’m covering every seventh psalm in my weekly episodes. They are published every Thursday at 5am eastern time. You can tune in everywhere podcasts are heard and downloaded! Please consider … Continue reading A Special Episode on Celtic Spirituality
Niels Lyhne by Jens Peter Jacobsen
A well known recommendation from poet Rainer Maria Rilke. It fell out of circulation for a while because Jacobsen’s prose was difficult to translate. This translation, however, by Tiina Nunnally has won awards and so far it’s been an enjoyable read and so incredibly deep. This was Jacobsen’s masterpiece written after he was diagnosed with … Continue reading Niels Lyhne by Jens Peter Jacobsen
General Crack by George Preedy
Not the most romantic title, but so far I’m enjoying this piece of fiction by George Preedy (actually a pen name for British Author, Margaret Gabrielle Vere Long Campbell). I haven’t read anything in a while that I looked forward to at the end of the day, so this has been such a pleasure. To … Continue reading General Crack by George Preedy
The Jungle by Upton Sinclair
Currently reading...Upton Sinclair’s The Jungle, something I had to read in school but have forgotten much of it. I realize a city scene picture would be more appropriate but i was on the beach so... His writing is fantastic. Everything moves in chaos in the first chapter like he intended, as if the words jump … Continue reading The Jungle by Upton Sinclair
Green Dolphin Street by Elizabeth Goudge
Green Dolphin Street by Elizabeth Goudge is the story of unrequited love and disappointment, but it is also filled with the lesson to be satisfied no matter what end of the stick you received out of absolute necessity. It took me a long time to get through and it didn’t really get good until the … Continue reading Green Dolphin Street by Elizabeth Goudge
Aunt Sally: A Narrative of slave life.
"The writer hopes that this little story may be the means of leading those who read it to think and feel deeply upon the truths which it involves, and that many more similar books may be written for our Sabbath Schools, so that the young may grow up imbued with the spirit of liberty, and … Continue reading Aunt Sally: A Narrative of slave life.
Contemplative Vision by Juliet Benner
Contemplative Vision by Juliet Benner is a book about contemplating religious art with prayer in mind and using it to expand our prayer life by gazing at the face of God through it, seeing His face and meditating about the art’s purpose/story, and the artist’s time creating it. The book discusses using art as a … Continue reading Contemplative Vision by Juliet Benner
Prairie Avenue by Arthur Meeker
Talk about a cozy book for the season! Prairie Avenue by Arthur Meeker is that! Prairie Avenue was a really fancy neighborhood in Chicago in the early 1900’s. This story highlights the world that goes on behind closed doors—really fancy ones—and in rooms—really fancy ones with large stone fireplaces and indoor gardens. Despite what we … Continue reading Prairie Avenue by Arthur Meeker
Letters of Mozart and his family 💕 🎵 🎶 💕
This time of year I always have a craving to read the letters of Mozart and his family. I have not finished these yet, they are perfect to leave and come back to. The cold here makes me want to be cozy under blankets for the rest of the winter and this is the perfect … Continue reading Letters of Mozart and his family 💕 🎵 🎶 💕










