Blog Posts

Guidelines for Visiting Fr. Treacy at Camp Korey

June 14, 2021

Hello Friends, As we prepare to safely reopen Camp Korey this summer and serve our vulnerable children, we have worked with our Medical Advisory Board to develop new protocols and policies that meet Washington and County health guidelines. These guidelines will also help protect Father Treacy, Sister Emma and their guests.  Here are a few…

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Stand with our Jewish and Muslim Neighbors

June 14, 2021

Recently we have seen a terrifying growth in antisemitic violence. The conflict between the State of Israel and Hamas has, predictably, energized and focused some to act out against our American Jewish siblings. This does not just impact the immediate victims, but the whole Jewish community – and indeed all people of color and religious minorities. It makes everyone less safe as the vine of hate grows stronger

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Compassion and Communion

June 10, 2021

This turn toward our neighbor is why I am working for Paths to Understanding. Wisdom traditions across the globe encourage this turn toward our neighbor, this response of compassion for those around us. PTU works to encourage and support our turning to each other in compassion and mutual cooperation for the common good.

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Crossing the Divide Together

June 1, 2021

I was trying to make a decision the other day about some small matter. I noticed that I had to weigh various values and possibilities even in this small decision. And it was a fairly simple matter. We live in a complex world, where each of us has various values to balance and where we…

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Yes You Can Be an Ally in Your Community with Paths to Understanding

May 29, 2021

Be an ally in your community. When communities of wisdom stand with and stand up for each other it is a much-needed sign that we share common values, that our diverse perspectives are a strength, and that we can build a positive future together.

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Turn Back From the Precipice

May 25, 2021

In recent weeks anti-Semitic attacks have risen sharply. This is after many years in which our Jewish neighbors have experienced increased hate crimes. Over the last year we have seen a rise in violence toward those perceived to be Asian Americans. A society experiences anxiety and change. Some important event happens. Public leaders apply collective…

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Next Up for the Paths Network

May 17, 2021

I can’t think of any other work I would rather be doing right now. We all know the deep challenges that face our nation and our world. We believe we can face them when we share our deep wisdom and work for our common good together.

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When You’re Weary, Feeling Small

May 10, 2021

I noticed that I was feeling a great deal of resistance to sitting down at my desk. Things that once came easy were getting more difficult. I still felt motivated by the work. But I could not access my energy for it.

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Spring Newsletter 2021

May 7, 2021

Our newsletter has a new look! Check out the special guest editorials, in-depth information about our new online learning platform The Paths Network, and how to make a contribution to our Spring Fund Drive. Donors receive the printed version of our biannual newsletter. Click on the image to download the newsletter  

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