Dr. Virginia Holeman |
April 17, 2019 |
Blog Thrive in 5
Peacefulness through Prayer May my meditation be pleasing to him, as I rejoice in the Lord. Psalm 104:34 This Lent I (Dr. Toddy Holeman) committed to engage in 20 minutes of centering prayer every day until Easter. Centering...
Dr. Virginia Holeman |
September 13, 2018 |
Education & Clergy Development Thrive in 5 Thriving Clergy
What is a secret to strong relationships? In his book “The Relationship Cure,” relational researcher, John Gottman, suggests that we should be on the lookout for “bids for connection” and turn toward these bids whenever we can. What is a bid for connection? A...
Dr. Virginia Holeman |
July 31, 2018 |
Blog Education & Clergy Development Thrive in 5 Thriving Clergy
Anxiety Have you noticed how often Scripture tells us to not fear or be anxious? This command makes sense when we are in the presence of divine visitations. However, you may find it more challenging to “fear not” in the presence of your daily struggles or an...
Dr. Virginia Holeman |
June 6, 2018 |
Education & Clergy Development Thrive in 5 Thriving Clergy
Neuroscientists affirm that we are “wired for connection” from birth. Infant brains develop best when caretakers are in sync—attuned—with babies’ physical, emotional, and relational needs. Obviously, no caretaker is in sync 100 percent of the time; caregivers provide...
