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  Ancient Egyptian Astronomy and...

  Charles River Editors

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  Among the most intriguing aspects of ancient Egyptian culture is the relationship between their observations of the heavens and their beliefs about life, death, and cosmic order. While modern Egyptologists debate whether the Egyptians practiced astrology in the sense familiar to people today, it is universally acknowledged that they maintained a profound “Star Religion” from very early times. The term “Star Religion” encompasses a reverence for celestial phenomena, especially the stars, and their integration into religious ritual, calendar systems, and mythology. However, whether this system extended to linking human birth and life with celestial positions remains contentious. 
  	Some independent researchers, such as John Anthony West, an American Egyptologist and writer, argue that the Egyptians did indeed incorporate astrology as part of their sacred science. West contends that astronomical observations were closely connected to the timing of human life and the divine order, implying that celestial patterns influenced both earthly events and the lives of individuals. Traditional Egyptologists, however, caution against projecting later astrological practices backward into the prehistoric or early dynastic periods of Egypt, emphasizing that surviving textual evidence primarily reflects religious and ritualistic use of celestial phenomena rather than predictive or personal astrology. 
  Regardless of how they’re analyzed, from the earliest periods of their civilization, the Egyptians observed the night sky with remarkable attention to detail. Astronomical phenomena were integrated into their ritual calendar, architecture, and mythological narratives, and the brightest star visible from Earth, Sirius (known in ancient Egypt as Spdt), is mentioned as early as 2300 BCE in the Pyramid Texts, although it was undoubtedly observed much earlier.

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  Open for Interpretation - A...

  Alicia Blando M.D.

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  Dr. Alicia Blando learned during the early days of the HIV epidemic that American medical practices fail to holistically support patients. Seeing a gap in medical care, Dr. Blando started seeking advice from unconventional counselors, such as psychics, mediums and astrologers, as well as learning from indigenous healers. “Open for Interpretation: A Doctor’s Journey into Astrology” follows Dr. Blando’s self-discovery journey through her astrological chart and demonstrates how readers can apply this ancient practice to their own path to self-discovery.  
  In conjunction with Western medicine, Dr. Blando believes that the tenets of astrology can support a person’s health, wellbeing, and self-understanding, and can even offer insight into predispositions for certain diseases and illnesses. Dr. Blando takes readers on her pursuit of life’s age-old question, “Am I walking the right path?” She travels from Manhattan to the Peruvian Amazon, Belize, and Bolivia, and learns about time-proven, holistic methods of healing. In her stunning memoir, she shares her story of finally finding the guide she’s been seeking—and explains how we can all use that map to access our higher selves and untapped potential.  
  In “Open for Interpretation”, Dr. Blando’s expedition off the beaten path leads her to true self-exploration and connection with the world around her, as well as a desire to share her knowledge and experience.

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  Stillborn - Grieving and...

  Stacey Wilmore

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  Losing a child before they take their first breath is an indescribable pain—one that lingers in the heart, reshaping the world as we know it. No parent expects to say goodbye before they say hello. Yet, for those who have experienced stillbirth, this heartbreaking reality becomes a defining moment, one that forever alters their journey through life. The silence of a delivery room, the emptiness of arms that were meant to cradle, and the dreams that vanish in an instant—these are the wounds that so many carry, often in solitude.  
    
  Grief after stillbirth is unique. It is a grief that comes with memories that were never made, with birthdays that will never be celebrated, and with a love so strong yet without a place to go. It is a pain that is often misunderstood, leaving parents feeling isolated in their sorrow. This book is a space for that grief—a place where your pain is acknowledged, your baby is remembered, and your heart is given permission to heal in its own time.  
    
  In the aftermath of loss, many parents struggle to find words for their emotions. The world around them often moves on too quickly, expecting them to heal at a pace that feels impossible. Friends and family may not always understand, unintentionally offering words that hurt more than they heal. Some parents are left feeling as though their baby’s existence is slipping away, as if their grief is something to be hidden or minimized. But your love for your child does not fade, and neither should their memory. 

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  The First 8 Verses of the Book...

  Pastor Philip

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  Let us pray;Heavenly Father, you are the source of all knowledge. Give us understanding, knowledge, and revelation about the first 8 verses of the Book of Joel.In Jesus name. AmenThe tune "Wonderful Grace (Instrumental)" from Divine Sounds, at the end of the sermon, gives the listener an opportunity to reflect on the sermon.

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  Lead with Faith Play with...

  Andy Dooley

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  Read by the author. 
  As an athlete, you train your body and mind to be ready for competition. But what about your soul? Lead with Faith, Play with Purpose is your guide to exercising your faith, with Andy Dooley as your trainer. 
  As a professional athlete turned pastor--and a passionate leader, Seattle Seahawks in-game host, social media influencer, and fitness trainer--Andy Dooley knows all about sports and what it takes to be a Christian on and off the field, court, or wherever you may play. A 100-day devotional written to encourage and guide athletes of any age, level, or sport, Lead with Faith, Play with Purpose is just what you need to integrate your faith into what you love to do--play your sport. 
  Let Dooley be your spiritual trainer and coach you to:Become a better teammate in four simple stepsDiscover effective ways to handle stress before a competitionIdentify how God is working through your sport to make you more like himUnderstand and embrace your calling as a Christian who is also an athlete 
    
  Physical training has value for our lives here on earth, yet it holds zero weight for the eternal. If you learn to be tenacious about living a godly life now as you also strive to become a better athlete and teammate, you'll change the trajectory of your life.

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  Animal Bodies: On Death Desire...

  Suzanne Roberts

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  How do we reckon with our losses? In Animal Bodies Suzanne Roberts explores the link between death and desire and what it means to accept our own animal natures, the parts we most often hide, deny, or consider only with shame—our taboo desires and our grief. In landscapes as diverse as the Salamanca’s cobbled streets, the Mekong River’s floating markets, Fire Island’s windswept beaches, Nashville’s honky-tonks, and the Sierra Nevada’s snowy slopes, Roberts interrogates her memory and tries to make sense of her own private losses (deaths of people and relationships), as well as more public losses, including a mass shooting in her hometown, environmental devastation in the Amazon rainforest, and wildfire evacuations. 
  With lyricism, insight, honesty, and dark humor, these essays illuminate the sometimes terrible beauty of what it means to be human, deepening the conversation on death and grief, sexuality, and the shame that comes from surviving the world in a female body with all of its complexities. 
  Please note: This collection features writing on sensitive topics for some listeners, including but not limited to abortion, sexual assault, and death resulting from various causes.

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