SOLACE: Soul + Grief
This podcast is sponsored by SOULPLUSGRACE serving the San José area, offering grief support and grief journeying with spirituality. I hope to help you travel through grief with God at your side.
"I am a trained Spiritual Director for those who seek to complete the 19th Annotation of St. Igantius’ spiritual exercises OR seek spiritual direction while grieving. I have also worked as a hospital/cemetery chaplain and grief doula. I believe all paths lead to God and that all traditions are due respect and honour. I take my sacred inspiration from all of my patients and companions–past, present and future; the Dalai Lama, James Tissot, St. John of the Cross, the Buddha, Saint Teresa of Ávila, and, of course, Íñigo who became known as St. Ignatius. I utilize art, poetry, music, aromatherapy, yoga, lectio divina, prayer and meditation in my self-work and work with others. I believe in creating a sacred space for listening; even in the most incongruous of surroundings."
BACKGROUND
- Jesuit Retreat Center, Los Altos, CA -- Pierre Favre Program, 3 year training to give the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius
- Centro de Espiritualidad de Loyola, Spain -- The Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius of Loyola -- 30 Day Silent Retreat/
- Center for Loss & Life Transition – Comprehensive Bereavement Skills Training (30 hrs) Ft. Collins, CO
- California State University Institute for Palliative Care--Palliative Care Chaplaincy Specialty Cert. (90 hrs)
- Sequoia Hospital, Redwood City, CA -- Clinical Pastoral Education
- 19th Annotation with Fumiaki Tosu, San Jose, CA, Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius
- Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA M.A. – Pastoral Ministries
CONTACT ME: candeelucas@soulplusgrace.com with questions to be answered in future episodes.
SOLACE: Soul + Grief
GOOD FRIDAY: The Shepherd's Psalm
Experience the beloved 23rd Psalm as you've never heard it before through multiple translations that reveal new dimensions of meaning and comfort in this ancient text.
• Multiple translations showcase different interpretations while preserving the psalm's essential message
• The imagery of shepherd, green pastures, and still waters remains consistent across all versions
• Each translation highlights the psalm's movement from speaking about God to speaking directly to God
• Various phrasings of "goodness and mercy" pursuing us offer fresh insights into divine care
• Contemporary language makes the ancient text accessible while traditional wording preserves its poetry
• The promise of dwelling in God's presence serves as the culminating hope in every translation
As you listen, consider sending me your thoughts and questions on grief, both spiritual and practical, so we can walk this path together.
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You can reach us at: candeelucas@soulplusgrace.com.
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The Lord is my shepherd. I shall not want, he maketh me to rest in green pasture and leadeth me by the still waters. He restoreth my soul and leadeth me in the paths of righteousness. For his name's sake, yea. Though I should walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff. They comfort me. Thou dost prepare a table before me in the sight of mine adversaries. Thou dost anoint mine head with oil and my cup runneth over. Doubtless kindness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall remain a long season in the house of the Lord. The Lord is my shepherd. I lack nothing. He causes me to lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his namesake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me, your rod and your staff. They comfort me. You set a table for me in the presence of my foes. You drench my head with oil. My cup is overflowing. Surely goodness and mercy will pursue me all the days of my life and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.
Candee:On the first day of the week, a psalm for David. The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness thereof, the world and all they that dwell therein, for he hath founded it upon the seas and hath prepared it upon the rivers. Who shall ascend into the mountain of the Lord or who shall stand in his holy place? The innocent in hands and clean of heart, who hath not taken his soul in vain nor sworn deceitfully to his neighbor, he shall receive a blessing from the Lord and mercy from God, his Savior. This is the generation of them that seek him, of them that seek the face of the God of Jacob. Lift up your gates, o ye princes, and be ye lifted up, o eternal gates, and the King of glory shall enter in. Who is the King of glory? The Lord who is strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. Lift up your gates, o ye princes, and be ye lifted up, o eternal gates, and the King of glory shall enter in. Who is the King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory.
Candee:You, lord, are my shepherd. I will never be in need. You will let me rest in fields of green grass. You lead me to streams of peaceful water and you refresh my life. You are true in your name and you lead me along the right paths. I may walk through valleys as dark as death, but I won't be afraid. You are with me and your shepherd's rod makes me feel safe. You treat me to a feast while my enemies watch. You honor me as your guest and you fill my cup until it overflows. Your kindness and love will always be with me, each day of my life, and I will live forever in your house, Lord.
Candee:The Lord is my shepherd to feed and guide and shield me. I shall not lack. He makes me lie down in fresh, tender green pastures. He leads me beside the still and restful waters. He refreshes and restores my life and myself. He leads me in the paths of righteousness, uprightness and right. Standing with Him, not for my earning it before his name's name.
Candee:Yes, though I walk through the deep, sunless valley of the shadow of death, I will fear nor dread no evil, for you are with me. Your rod to protect and your staff to guide. They comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil. My brimming cup runs over. Surely or only goodness, m ercy and unfailing love shall follow me all the days of my life and through the lengths of my days. The house of the Lord and his presence shall be my dwelling place. Jehovah is my shepherd. I shall not want, he maketh me to lie down in green pastures. He leadeth me beside still waters. He restoreth my soul. He guideth me in the paths of righteousness. For his name's sake, yea, I walk through the valley of the shadow of death. I will fear no evil, for thou art with me, thy rod and thy staff. They comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies. Thou hast anointed my head with oil. My cup runneth over. Surely goodness and loving kindness shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of Jehovah forever.
Candee:The Lord is my shepherd. I have what I need. He lets me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside quiet waters. He renews my life. He leads me along the right path. For his name's sake, even when I go through the darkest valley, I fear no danger, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff that comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil. My cup overflows. Only goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord as long as I live. The Lord is my shepherd. I lack nothing. He lets me rest in grassy meadows. He leads me to restful waters and keeps me alive. He guides me in proper paths for the sake of his good name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no danger because you are with me, your rod and your staff. They protect me. You set a table for me right in front of my enemies. You bathe my head in oil. My cup is so full it spills over. Yes, goodness and faithful love will pursue me all the days of my life and I will live in the Lord's house as long as I live.
Candee:Adonai is my shepherd. I lack nothing. He has me lie down in grassy pastures. He leads me by quiet water. He restores my inner person. He guides me in right paths for the sake of his own name. Even if I pass through death's dark ravines, I will fear no disaster, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff reassure me. You prepare a table for me. Even as my enemies watch you anoint my head with oil from an overflowing cup. Goodness and grace will pursue me every day of my life and I will live in the house of Adonai for years and years to come.
Candee:The Lord is my shepherd.
Candee:I am never in need. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside peaceful waters. He renews my soul. He guides me along the paths of righteousness for the sake of his name. And even though I walk through the dark valley of death, because you are with me, I fear no harm. Your rod and your staff give me courage. You prepare a banquet for me. While my enemies watch you anoint my head with oil, my cup overflows. Certainly, goodness and mercy will stay close to me all the days of my life and I will remain in the Lord's house for days without end.
Candee:The Lord is my shepherd. I have everything I need. He gives me rest in green pastures. He leads me to calm waters. He gives me strength for the good of his name. He leads me on paths that are right. Even if I walk through a very dark valley, I will not be afraid because you are with me. Your rod and shepherd's staff comfort me. You prepare a meal for me in front of my enemies. You pour oil of blessing on my head. You give me more than I can hold. Surely your goodness and love will be with me all of my life and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.
Candee:Yahweh is my shepherd. I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his namesake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for you are with me, your rod and your staff. They comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You have anointed my head with oil. My cup overflows. Surely goodness and loving kindness will pursue me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of Yahweh forever.
