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My Testimony

August 1, 2019 by Linda A Marshall 10 Comments

A weight lifted I left church this morning with my shoulders straighter and my head held higher. I could feel a weight lifted. I came out … in church. I was REAL about the shame I carry around sex. So much support My friends are a blessing. Seven came to give me support. Most of […]

Filed Under: Making a difference, Shame, Spirituality, Vulnerability Tagged With: Sex, Sexual Shame, Sexuality

I Never Could Have Imagined

July 25, 2019 by Linda A Marshall 12 Comments

The Beginning It is 3 pm on July 4.  I plop on the couch for an afternoon nap after a pleasant morning with my daughter and some friends at the annual parade. Friends are due to arrive at 6 to watch a movie. My cell phone rings. My pastor’s name appears on caller ID. I’m […]

Filed Under: Contributing, Divine Guidance, Making a difference, Spiritual Growth, Spirituality, Wisdom Tagged With: On Being Real, Sex, Sexuality

Reverence

October 3, 2018 by Linda A Marshall 1 Comment

The Current We Move in Today In July, the leaders in the House of Representatives refused to bring the re-authorization of the Violence Against Women Act to the floor for a vote. The laughter … having fun at her expense … is what remained emblazoned in Christine Blasey Ford’s hippocampus. Senator Chris Coons’ received so […]

Filed Under: Community, Spirituality Tagged With: Inspiration, Missing the Mark, Respect, Responsibility, Reverence, Sexuality, Spiritual Growth

Reflections on Sex and Power in the Age of #MeToo

May 23, 2018 by Linda A Marshall 6 Comments

After my initial shock and disgust, I reflected upon and wrestled with these questions as continuing revelations of sexual misconduct by powerful and influential men made the headlines: How might our relationships be different if sex was revered as sacred? …if the body of our partner was cherished and treated with reverence? …if the raw […]

Filed Under: Community, Spirituality Tagged With: #Me Too, Empowerment, Healing, Inspiration, Reflections, Sexuality, Values, Wisdom

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