The Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities into Soulful Practices

book

by Casper Ter Kuile, Harper One, NY, 2020

Description

This book explores how we can nourish our souls by transforming common, everyday practices-yoga, reading, walking the dog-into sacred rituals that can heal our crisis of social isolation and struggle to find purpose.

Features

ideas and examples of how everyday rituals can be sacred and used to create community

Recommended Audience

clergy and lay leaders; connection and community pastors

Cost

Purchase as book or e-book

Practical Applications

Rethink how we build community.
Nurture connection and well-being by turning ordinary practices into rituals.

Updated: January 08, 2025

About the Contributor

Rev. Shellie Riggs Jordan

Director of Southeast

Rev. Shellie Riggs Jordan is the director of the southeast office in Seymour. She is an American Baptist pastor who served 14 years at First Baptist Church in Seymour as the minister of youth. Prior to her time at FBC, Shellie was the director of youth and children’s ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Seymour. To her work with the Center, Shellie brings more than 24 years of experience working with youth and young adults, as well as a strong background in ecumenical ministry.

Shellie holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Ball State University and a Master of Divinity from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. She loves to travel and explore new cultures. She also loves spending time with her husband, Brent, and their kids, Gabe and Casey. Shellie lives in Seymour.