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A Lighter Way Week Four: A Little Mercy Now amy lyles wilson grace mercy the lighter way series wtc instructors Jun 14, 2026

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Every time I hear Mary Gauthier sing “Mercy Now” on the radio or at a concert, I am brought to tears. If I’m at home, I often fall to my knees, so moved am I by her entreaty to “use a little mercy now.” Those five words temper what threatens to overwhelm me. War. Political unrest. Home...

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Collective Wisdom awe blessing centering prayer chaos community contemplative practice creativity discernment dreamwork faith healing holy adventure holy hospitality peace rest retreat wisdom tree wednesday wonder wrestling wtc instructors Sep 24, 2025
As our 2025 Cohort came to a close, one of the students shared writing inspired by the retreat. I’m delighted to share it now with our broader community. Deep gratitude to the Benedictine Sisters at the Immaculate Conception, whose hospitality and love made our time together especially meaningful. 
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In Times Like These: A Reflection from Wisdom Tree Collective Instructors blessing chaos community contemplative practice hope justice lament wtc instructors Jul 01, 2025

We’re living in a time that feels increasingly chaotic. War, violence, political upheaval, and ecological crisis seem to surround us. In the face of so much disruption, how do we stay grounded? How do we keep choosing love, truth, and compassion?

  

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