Peacebuilders

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2026-02-01 Part 1: “Peace Collapse and Restoration” Rev. Kristin Rev. Kristin launches the powerful "Peacebuilders" series by exploring the profound journey between collapse and restoration that defines our spiritual path. Drawing parallels between the challenges faced by peace walkers who endure harsh conditions while carrying light to others, she illuminates how we too must navigate between difficult realities and spaces of healing transformation. Through personal stories and community examples, Rev. Kristin demonstrates that true peacebuilding requires us to visit the places of breakdown while remaining rooted in our spiritual practices of restoration, ultimately allowing our divine light to shine through even the darkest circumstances.
2026-02-08 Part 2: “The Inner Architecture of Peace” Rev. Kristin In this second installment of the Peacebuilders series, Rev. Kristin explores how to cultivate an inner architecture of peace by addressing the reptilian brain's constant questioning of "Am I safe? Do I matter?" Drawing from insights shared by Rev. Rita Marie Johnson about the Connection Practice, she guides the community through transforming these fear-based thoughts into affirmations of truth: "I am safe. I do matter." Rev. Kristin demonstrates how building trust with our bodies, minds, and spirits creates an unshakable foundation of peace that allows us to navigate life's challenges with greater wisdom and calm. Through practical examples and spiritual principles, she shows how removing internal blocks - rather than adding anything new - reveals the peace and love that already exist within us.
2026-02-15 Part 3: "Welcoming Unlikely Friends Rev. Kristin
2026-02-22 Part 4: "I Release Into Peace Rev. Kristin In this fourth installment of the Peacebuilders series, Rev. Kristin explores the season of Lent as an invitation not to give something up, but to give over whatever weighs us down - from worry and judgment to self-imposed timelines and limiting beliefs. Drawing on the wisdom of Jesus, Bob Marley, the Serenity Prayer, and a simple two-word philosophy of "let them," Rev. Kristin offers practical tools for releasing attachment and returning to the natural flow of peace. Central to the message is the practice of partnering with Spirit - trusting that when we shift the load and let go, peace is not something we create, but something we uncover. Rev. Kristin closes with a guided meditation, inviting each listener to hand their heaviest concerns into the light and walk freely forward.
2026-03-01 Part 5: “Peace in Motion” Rev. Kristin In this powerful conclusion to the Peacebuilders series, Rev. Kristin explores how authentic peace requires both acceptance of what we cannot change and the courage to transform what we can. Drawing from the Serenity Prayer and the wisdom of poets, prophets, and spiritual teachers, she reveals that true peace building often means challenging the status quo rather than simply keeping the peace. Through the story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery, she demonstrates how dropping into spiritual presence allows us to respond with wisdom rather than react from fear, speaking truth with both courage and compassion. Rev. Kristin calls the community to spiritual maturity, encouraging each person to identify their growing edge and take courageous action as peacebuilders in a world desperately needing transformation.