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Reflections on the Soul of Leadership

Written by Ruth Haley Barton, each reflection provides spiritual guidance and encouragement for those seeking to be in God for the world.

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Advent Week 3: A Time for Courage

By Adele Ahlberg Calhoun |

Lectionary Readings: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Isaiah 12:2-6; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:7-18 Advent Calendar (Cycle C) and guidance for using the lectionary In The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C. S. Lewis…

Praying together for our election

By Transforming Center |

PREPARATION During this election season, we encourage you to find a time to pray with friends and family, people from your church or small group, and maybe even your neighbors.…

Solitude in Community

Part 2: Solitude and Community

By Ruth Haley Barton |

Editors note: As we head into the fall ministry season we offer you part two of an eReflections series to encourage…

Busyness

Part 1: Rhythms of Work and Rest

By Ruth Haley Barton |

Editors note: As we head into the fall ministry season we offer you an eReflections series to encourage you to pay…

Your gift doubles when you give before August 28th

By Jeffery James |

Progress Update: Our goal is to raise $10,000 in August (for a total impact of $20,000). As of August 27…

Sacred Rhythms

Interview with Ruth Haley Barton Regarding Sacred Rhythms

By Ruth Haley Barton |

“Many of us have more clearly developed plans for finances, further education, home improvements and physical fitness than we do…

Can preaching be a transformational moment for both the preacher and the congregation?

By Jeffery James |

Read the answer and more from Jennifer Aycock’s interview with Ruth Haley Barton for McCormick Theological Seminary. Check it out here: http://mccormick.edu/news/caring-preachers-and-pastors

Transforming Resources™ Webinar with Ruth Haley Barton on August 3rd

By Jeffery James |

Gear up for the fall teaching season. Join Ruth Haley Barton for a one hour webinar and learn how to use Sacred…

Transforming Center Announces Academic Partnership with Northern Seminary and Dr. Ruth Haley Barton joins Northern as Professor of Spiritual Transformation

By Jeffery James |

Former Northern student and founder of the Transforming Center, Ruth Haley Barton, was awarded with an honorary doctorate for her years…

Dr. Ruth Haley Barton’s message to the 2011 graduates of Northern Seminary

By Jeffery James |

Dr. Ruth Haley Barton’s commencement address to Northern Seminary’s 2011 graduates on June 4, 2011 is now available for viewing.

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  • Reflections written for spiritual leaders delivered over 4 weeks each Saturday morning
  • Includes guidance to listen to what your soul wants to say to God and what God wants to say to your soul
  • Every reflection includes a recording by Ruth that goes deeper into topic.
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