Soundings
The Blog of Mercy by the Sea
We at Mercy by the Sea have so much we want to share with you:
- Inspiring and transformational quotes, prayers, poems, videos and books we discover or rediscover
- Conversations with upcoming presenters
- News and events about what's happening at Mercy by the Sea
- Resources and thoughts on contemplative prayer, spiritual direction, the second half of life, emerging leadership, creativity, our relationship with nature and much more!
You'll find seasonal photos of the grounds — vegetation, trees and winged and four-legged creatures that make their homes here. We'll capture changes in the light and colors as the seasons change. So bookmark this page and come back regularly. or subscribe to our weekly eNewsletter where these posts will be sent to your email inbox.
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The Art of Contemplation exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One CT. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. This diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages, and mixed media artworks.
Gallery One CT represents a diverse group of accomplished Connecticut-based artists. The group is committed to each individual artistic voice. The artists represent diverse backgrounds and traditions and work with a vast range of artistic styles and media including abstract and representational works.
Exhibiting artists include: Rosemary Cotnoir, Michael Fanelli, Victor Filepp, Karen Israel, Ann Knickerbocker, Brian McClear, T. Willie Raney, Diana Rogers, Rick Silberberg and Jill Vaughn.
An artist Meet and Greet will take place on Sunday, June 30 at 2:00 p.m.
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Dear Friends,
Pentecost celebrates again the ancient vision of God's fire bringing new life, renewal, and profound connection. When the disciples began to preach, people were confused and amazed because they each heard the words in their own language. The multiple languages represent everything that divides us, everything that blocks communion. People who were accustomed to boundaries, one group divided from another, found themselves swept up in the same movement. The old separations had fallen away, and their hearts were set on fire.
We are living in a chaotic and divisive time. However, Pentecost has the power to break down the boundaries of our settled and certain attitudes, opinions, and behaviors. This feast of profound connection is not just a past event, but a call to renewed awareness of and commitment to our connection and interdependence with all of creation. Pentecost proclaims that diversity enriches and leads us to grow more deeply in community with all God’s beloved.
May we have the courage to allow the Spirit, who has given a variety of gifts, to make us one and truly holy.
In Mercy,
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Sr. Anne Curtis, RSM
Executive Director
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In the Mary C. Daly, RSM Art Gallery: "A Search for Something that was Never Lost" by Akosua Aidoo
"A Search for Something that was Never Lost" will be on display in the Mary C. Daly, RSM Art Gallery from May 6 through June 18. Visit the Mercy by the Sea website for more details as you plan your visit. Additionally, you are invited to attend a Meet and Greet with the artist, Akosua Aidoo, on May 26 at 2:00 p.m.
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Dear Friends,
This past weekend we marked World Labyrinth Day with 65 participants who helped us celebrate the restoration of our Labyrinth. The day had a contemplative spirit as we envisioned thousands of others walking labyrinths in different time zones creating a rolling wave of peaceful energy throughout the globe. Today’s world so fraught with war, political division, a shocking rise in gun violence, and so much unrest, calls us to set our intention to prayerfully walk as one for a world with peace. As agents of peace, wherever we are, let us call to mind our intention that there be peace on Earth within our global family.
We are deeply grateful for all who contributed to the restoration, donors, volunteers, staff. The new brick in the Mercy by the Sea labyrinth has been purposefully placed alongside the original stone, holding the long lineage of guests who have walked the labyrinth since 1998, and Mercy friendships present and emerging. You are now welcome to walk the labyrinth when you visit Mercy by the Sea, stepping into the circular pathway, a divine imprint. It is soaked in prayer and hopes for peace and harmony, a peace that will emerge when we make conscious choices for the good of the world’s environment, creatures, and people.
In Mercy,
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Sr. Anne Curtis, RSM
Executive Director
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