The Episcopal Church has long recognized the importance of feminine aspects of spirituality and religion. While the church’s liturgy and traditions are often male-dominated, the concept of the sacred feminine is deeply woven into the fabric of our faith. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of the sacred feminine and its role in the Episcopal Church including the idea of a “suggestion box” starting this Mother’s Day to reflect on the idea of the sacred feminine.
The sacred feminine refers to the divine feminine energy or essence that is present in all things. It is often associated with motherhood, nurturing, and creativity. In the Episcopal Church, the sacred feminine is recognized as an integral part of our faith, and is often associated with the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit, often depicted as a dove, is the nurturing presence of God that is with us always.
One of the most important aspects of the sacred feminine in the Episcopal Church is the recognition of the role of women in our faith. Women have always played a vital role in the church, from Mary, the mother of Jesus, to the countless women who have dedicated their lives to service and ministry. The Episcopal Church recognizes the importance of women in our faith, and seeks to empower them in their roles as leaders, ministers, and servants of God.
As we explore the concept of the sacred feminine, we invite members of our community to contribute to a “suggestion box” of readings related to this topic. Starting on Mother’s Day, we will have a box available in the narthex where members can suggest readings, books, or other resources related to the sacred feminine. This is an opportunity to deepen our understanding of this important aspect of our faith, and to learn from one another’s experiences and perspectives.
As the first suggested reading, we would like to recommend “Dear Mama God” by St. Andrew’s rector, the Rev. Charlotte LaForest. In this beautifully written book, it explores the concept of the sacred feminine through the lens of motherhood. The author draws on her own experiences as a mother, as well as the stories of the countless women she has worked with in her ministry, to explore the ways in which the divine feminine is present in all of us. “Dear Mama God” is a powerful and moving exploration of the sacred feminine, and we highly recommend it to anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this important aspect of our faith.
You can download this lovely coloring page related to “Dear Mama God” here!
The concept of the sacred feminine is an integral part of the Episcopal Church as well as St. Andrew’s. It is a recognition of the divine feminine energy that is present in all things, and an acknowledgement of the vital role of women in our faith. We invite members of our community to explore this concept further, and to contribute to our suggestion box with readings, books, or other resources related to the sacred feminine. By doing so, we can deepen our understanding of this important aspect of our faith, and grow in our spiritual journeys.