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Joseph Krans, OFSJoe’s spiritual journey unfolds as a rich tapestry, interwoven with threads of faith, love, and a deep connection to all of creation. As a self-described ragamuffin, Secular Franciscan, and beloved child of God, he embraces life’s mysteries with an open heart and a contemplative spirit. His path has led him to experience the Divine as an infinite wellspring of love, shaped by personal encounters, the teachings of Jesus, and the wisdom of cherished mentors and companions.
Central to Joe’s philosophy is the recognition of the profound interconnectedness of all beings and the natural world. This eco-spiritual perspective informs his approach to life, fostering a deep reverence for the Earth and all its inhabitants. Through contemplative practices, he cultivates a heightened awareness of this universal bond, finding the sacred in the ordinary and the extraordinary alike.
With a deep-seated passion for accompanying others on their spiritual quests, Joe believes in the power of shared experiences and mutual learning. He finds profound beauty in creation and human connection, emphasizing the transformative potential of being fully present in each moment. This mindful approach allows him to discover joy and freedom even amidst life’s challenges, embodying the spirit of companionship Living the Way.
Joe’s journey towards spiritual wholeness is an ongoing process of integration, bringing together mind, body, and spirit in harmony with the natural world. He invites others to join him in this exploration, recognizing that each person’s path to wholeness is unique yet interconnected with all others. Through this lens, he sees every encounter as an opportunity for growth, healing, and the expansion of love in the world.
All Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings – A four week Advent book study
Embark on a captivating Advent journey that will transform your perspective on the holiday season. This unique book study invites you to explore the profound wisdom hidden in nature’s winter adaptations, offering a fresh and inspiring approach to the Christ story.
Every single creature is full of God and is a book about God. Every creature is a word of God. If I spend enough time with the tiniest creature, even a caterpillar, I would never have to prepare a sermon. So full of God is every creature. – Meister Eckhart
Each week, we’ll uncover the wisdom of winter as we explore how northern animals adapt to darkness and cold, revealing the promise of new beginnings. Step away from the holiday hustle and immerse yourself in a reflective study that will inspire your spirit and deepen your connection to this sacred season.
Join us for our four week Advent study All Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings
Tuesdays 11/26; 12/3; 12/10; 12/17 from 10:00-11:00 am
As Gayle Boss describes in the introduction:
The practice of Advent has always been about helping us to grasp the mystery of a new beginning out of what looks like death. Other-than-human creatures – sprung like us from the Source of Life – manifest this mystery without question or doubt. The more I’m with animals and the more I learn about them, the more I know they can be more than our companions on this planet. They can be our guides. They can be to us “a book about God… a word of God,” the God who comes, even in the darkest season, to bring us a new beginning.
Book: All Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings
Author: Gayle Boss