I was recently invited to a most lovely dinner at the brand new home of a friend and ISD family member. Though I would have expected nothing less than overflowing generosity from my friend, I was humbled by luminous grace and love with which I was greeted...from my friend, AND from the delightful energy of her wonderful new dwelling. We had a delightful evening together, and I was thrilled to be asked to do a house blessing, which we did together under the crisp fall air by a roaring firepit. I so enjoyed seeing my friend radiate with such joy from her gracious giving, and I was inspired to "up my own generosity game."

What synchronicity it was, then, that Rev. Martha Saenz offered her homily during Sunday's service, about our opportunity share of ourselves, and receive back even more than we ever imagined. And how timely it was that the homily took place on the day of the Harvest Supermoon (see picture above!), a celestial reminder for us to focus on and experience gratitude for the abundant blessings that we are able to harvest this season. 

It is good to be reminded of our many blessings. It is good to be reminded to share those blessings. We are about to enter into a season of giving and of receiving. Now is the perfect time to reflect on how we can experience both the " great giving" and " great receiving" opportunities we'll have in the coming months. 

At ISD-DC, our events and services are the perfect opportunity to give and receive at the same time! 

Needing some inspiration or a recorded guided meditation to help you attune to Spirit? Check out ISD's Soundcloud page for a comprehensive list of past Sunday Service homilies, Sunday Wellness meditations and Evening Meditations.  Align with the Divine!

Rev. Rob Banaszak

Pastor, Institute for Spiritual Development, Washington, D.C.