Ancient people saw the flow of time as circular, not linear, and the Changing Seasons were understood as a great Wheel, the Wheel of the Year.  This Sunday, Dec. 16, we gather to observe the turning of the Wheel as we celebrate the Winter Solstice arriving on December 21st.

Marty Shaw, leader of small group ministry at ASC, shares with us how the practice of active listening changed the dynamic of her church experience and brought greater connection within her community. Our Soul Matters theme for the month of September is “Vision.” What does it mean to be a people of vision? Come envision … Continue reading The power of active listening: building connection, compassion, and presence