The Way Forward: Trees as Homemakers
Oct. 1, 2025 - In their quiet wisdom and rootedness, trees have much to teach us about creating home for ourselves and offering a home to others. By Stephanie and Wesley Vander Lugt
The Way Forward: All Things New—The Path of Reform
September 25, 2025 - There is so much that needs changing in our world that it can be overwhelming to think about where to begin. Here's how you discern the change you are called to make. By James Amadon
The Way Forward: But Now I See—The Journey of Reflection
September 11, 2025 - As the years went by, the image that I had created for my life began to crumble as I embarked on what I now recognize as the journey of ecological discipleship. By James Amadon
The Way Forward: An Edifying Journey
August 15, 2025 - A few weeks ago, Circlewood hosted 26 middle school and high school students from four churches based in McMinnville, OR. Here is a brief summary of what we did together, along with what I learned. By James Amadon
The Way Forward: What If We...—The Journey of Imagination
July 10, 2025 - The loss of hope that many are experiencing is accompanied by the loss of the most powerful force of change we humans have at our disposal - our imagination. By James Amadon
The Way Forward: Celebrating the Summer Solstice
June 19, 2025 - Circlewood friend and guest writer, Rev. Elaine Breckenridge, shares insight into the significance of summer solstice as well as her personal experiences and rituals as she celebrate the day. By Elaine Breckenridge
The Way Forward: Born to Be Wild—The Journey of Rewilding
Jun 14, 2025 - Ecological disciples seek to follow the path that leads us deeper into creation and the life of the Creator. This is the journey of rewilding; here is what it looks like. By James Amadon