Giving and Receiving
December 2017
The essence of [a] gift is that it creates a set of relationships. The currency of a gift economy is, at its root, reciprocity. —Robin Wall Kimmerer
Articles
The Master Plan
I know the master plan of the universe. Really, I do! I did not figure it out all by myself. Read more »
Giving and Receiving
In this season of giving and receiving, we hope that you feel that you have received something substantial from the CLF. Read more »
The Gift is in the Asking
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been visiting with someone, sitting down with them in their home or at their bedside, and after a while they say to me: I didn’t want to admit that I needed help. Read more »
Generosity First
In Thailand, children’s first exposure to Buddhism—after they’ve learned the gesture of respect—is in giving. Read more »
From Your Minister
When I was in third grade, I found the perfect present for Mrs. Graham, my favorite elementary school teacher. Read more »
REsources for Living
Christmas is the time of giving, of generosity and welcome. And Santa Claus embodies all of our hopes and expectations around receiving and abundance. Or does he? Read more »
Did You Know?
That the CLF’s Worthy Now website offers education and opportunities for those involved in prison ministry? Read more »
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