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 | May 20, 2024
Yearning for Peace It is a deep privilege in my life to listen to the stories of many people. Although my own life may seem quiet and hidden at times, I sit at the front row seat of many others through spiritual direction, retreat work, and the many programs I am a... by Cathy AJ Hardy | Apr 28, 2024
The Journey In and Down I truly love spring. There is always an element of surprise. I can’t quite remember where the hosta bloomed in the side garden last season. I can’t quite remember where the lush ferns sparkled with rain mist last summer. Many perennials... by Cathy AJ Hardy | Dec 5, 2023
An Advent Writing on Joy I wrote this as I concluded an epic weekend in my life. I was on a flight as I wrote, returning from Atlanta, GA, where I spent the weekend returning to places and people significant to my life from 22-27 years ago. One of my daughters began...