As we enter into the season of Lent, I’m excited to begin Seeds of Hope series on the Awakening the Soul substack, which will serve as the foundation for the weeks ahead, guiding us in hope, transformation, and deeper connection.
Why I Created This Piece
In this video, I share the inspiration behind this piece, what it represents, and why it’s so meaningful to me in this moment. It’s my hope that as you watch, you’ll connect with the story behind the creation and find your own journey mirrored in this artwork. For more information on Seeds of Hope, go here.
Visio Divina Guided Meditation
For my paid subscribers, on Friday, I’m offering an exclusive visio divina guided meditation on this painting. Visio Divina, or “divine seeing,” is an ancient spiritual practice where we meditate on an image to deepen our awareness of God’s presence in our lives. In this guided meditation, we’ll pause, breathe, and open our hearts to the messages this painting has to offer.
Additional Seeds of Hope Resources:
These tools are designed to enhance your spiritual practice and help you reflect on the seeds of hope planted in your own life.
Visio Divina Card Sets
For those interested in diving deeper into this series, below is a visio divina card set that features images of the work and QR codes with guided visio divina practices.
4 Week Guide Through Loss & Waiting
This 4 Week Guide is intended to be used for reflection, prayer, and a variety of creative practices for individuals or communities on the journey from “sowing in tears” to “reaping with songs of joy.”
A Journey of Hope, Starting This Lent
This series is more than just an art collection—it's a spiritual journey. Over the coming weeks, we will explore the theme of hope, planting seeds in our hearts and tending to them through reflection, art, and prayer. I invite you to join me as we walk this path together, embracing the challenges and joys of growth during Lent and beyond.
Thank you for being part of this journey. I’m excited to see where it leads us.
With hope and gratitude,
Bette Dickinson
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