Essays

This is Your Sign to Have a Do Nothing Day

Our favorite holiday tradition

Dec 22, 2025 • Courtney Rowland

Sing Your Own Setlist

Snatching Joy from the Jaws of Despair

Oct 29, 2025 • Courtney Rowland

So, We Bought a Church!

We're as surprised as you are.

Sep 3, 2025 • Courtney Rowland

Jesus on Rollerskates

The Spiritual Practice of Having Fun During Hard Times

Jun 24, 2025 • Courtney Rowland

What I Mean When I Say "I'm Praying for You"

When I say, “I’m praying for you,” I mean I’m lighting a candle on the window sill above the sink, and letting the flicker of my attention rest on the…

May 27, 2025 • Courtney Rowland

Mindful Shopping: A Grace-Filled Guide

Practical ways to ditch Amazon and shop your values

Mar 21, 2025 • Courtney Rowland and Elicia Davis

Is AI a better cook than me?

And other dark thoughts I had while making cake this week

Feb 18, 2025 • Courtney Rowland

Dinner as Resistance

+ One Pot Creamy Chicken and Rice

Feb 4, 2025 • Courtney Rowland

Advent and the Weight of Expectations

The vibes are on fire

Dec 3, 2024 • Courtney Rowland

Thanksgiving Affirmations

+ Your Full Make Ahead Thanksgiving Menu

Nov 7, 2024 • Courtney Rowland

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