by Cathy AJ Hardy | Aug 18, 2026
Tending the Inner Life This morning I was reading from the wise writings of Howard Thurman in his book, Jesus and the Disinherited. He writes, “Again and again he (Jesus) came back to the inner life of the individual. With increasing insight and startling accuracy,... by Cathy AJ Hardy | Jul 24, 2026
Tribute to Brian Doerksen It feels surreal to pen these words – a tribute to Brian Doerksen, singer-songwriter, internationally recognized worship/music leader. It is still a shock to know he is no longer with us in the way we have known. This year has already held... by Cathy AJ Hardy | Jun 27, 2026
Two of my greatest teachers are stillness and surrender. Sometimes words have come into my life that have shaped and formed me – leading me into understanding. I remember the season of my life I was so angry and tempted towards bitterness and resentment. In... by Cathy AJ Hardy | Mar 7, 2026
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (16.5MB)Your face brings all the shadows out of me This is a line from the song, Rest, which was first recorded 20 years ago! In 2006, I had the privilege of recording an album for the first time in my life. It is quite an... by Cathy AJ Hardy | Aug 16, 2025
When the wars continue, when the fires burn, it is easy to lose hope. When leaders fail, when cruelty seems to triumph, it is easy to be dismayed. I’m often reminded of the story in Lord of the Rings where Frodo had a task to carry the ring. He wasn’t... by Cathy AJ Hardy | May 23, 2025
Liberation of the Heart – Rise Up There is a rising we can experience in our lives that is about a transformation within – it is not forced by the will. This rising is not about pushing, or claiming, or grasping, or pushing. This rising is not in competition with...