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– Written by Rev. Tambi Swiney
Today our nation celebrates the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On this day of remembrance for a man and the justice movement he gave his life for, people often recall the words Dr.…
– Written by Rev. Tambi Swiney
During the pandemic, my extended family has gathered weekly via Zoom to stay in touch. With participants ranging in age from 7 months to 81 years, these experiences have been memorable and life-giving for us.…
– Written by Rev. Tambi Swiney
“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.…
– Written by Rev. Tambi Swiney
The week of Christmas has arrived. As the days of Advent dwindle, our thoughts turn to love – the final theological theme of this holy season of spiritual preparation. “Love” is a word we use frequently in conversation, but often in a way that diminishes its meaning.…
– Written by Rev. Tambi Swiney
Yesterday morning, I lit the rose-colored candle in our Advent wreath as my husband and I worshiped via Zoom – the candle of joy. The third Sunday of Advent is known as Gaudete Sunday – the Latin word gaudete means “rejoice.”…
– Written by Tina Ross at NashvilleCARES
Celebrating World Aids Day
World AIDS Day was founded in 1988 to commemorate those who have passed away from AIDS related illnesses, provides an opportunity for people around the world to unite in the fight against HIV, and to show support for those living with HIV.…
– Written by Rev. Tambi Swiney
As I child, I remember learning the song “Let There Be Peace on Earth.”
Let there be peace on earth,
and let it begin with me.
Let there be peace on earth,
the peace that was meant to be.…
– Written by Rebekah Miller, RDN, LDN at HBC Nutrition
The Gut-Brain Connection
Food not only nourishes the body, it feeds the mind. Glucose from the foods we eat acts as energy to keep the brain active and engaged. Fat from our diet helps to build the brain, which itself is 60% fat.…
– Written by Rev. Tambi Swiney
On the eve of Election Day, we give thanks for those who have worked to extend voting rights to all Americans. Our country was 144 years old before women were granted the right to vote, with Tennessee playing a decisive role in the ratification of the 19th Amendment.…
– Written by Jane Saffles-Granville, LMSW, Treatment Therapist
As a therapist in alcohol and drug treatment, one of the first things I ask my clients in our initial therapy sessions is a simple question: “Why did you come to treatment?”…
