“Since I was ordained, I have become increasingly drawn to weddings; to the miracle of two people finding one another, growing into a deep love together, and the desire and act of committing their lives to one another in sacred ceremony. It has been thrilling meeting people and hearing their stories, then helping them create a ceremony that reflects what they have told me about their love, their vision, their desire for a lifetime pledge to one another.”
(Rev. Elizabeth River, ChI 2004)
“I experience my cat as an extraordinary teacher -- I have spent long hours sitting and observing her. I find that she guides me into the nature of my true mind and being, and she points me to the Buddha nature in all things. … I am striving and grasping for the ideal meditation practice. I have sought out teachers from all traditions. Yet for me, two of my greatest teachers have been the ones wearing furry cat and dog suits, not yellow robes.”
(Rev. Dr. Gina Rose Halpern)
"Your creative genius, which has the potential to come up with brilliant ways to alleviate the world’s suffering, is enhanced, inspired, and stimulated by laughter, and it is suppressed by worry, fear or rage. Bear in mind that you are never going to be perfect, and life is never going to be perfect. There will always be small and large problems in the world (and in your life). So, laugh a little—or a lot, especially at yourself. The benefits are enormous—for your life, your health, and your spirits. And for others! Just being a person of good humor will make you a blessing to everyone around you." (Rev. Elizabeth River, ChI 2004)