MSI Press Blog

  Recently,   Spiritually Homeless  (Girrell), reached   #187 in mysticism and spirituality and #219 in faith and spirituality. Book description: Many have walked away from organized religion not out of apathy, but out of honesty. Still the spiritual hunger remains; the longing for community and a place called home persists.  Spiritually Homeless   offers a deeply compassionate and practical guide for those navigating spiritual life beyond church walls. Whether you left organized religion years ago or never belonged to some sect to begin with, this book will meet you right where you are. Through stories, reflection, and decades of experience in spiritual leadership and psychological insight,  Spiritually Homelesss   explores how we find belonging, create ritual, face the dark night, and rediscover awe—without needing to return to doctrines that no longer fit. keywords: spiritual hunger; spiritual seekers; leaving organized religion; life beyond ch...

  Moo and Bear sharing the sink facuet water, every morning Some households have cats. We have hydration connoisseurs. Every morning, Bear (the elder statesman) hops onto the sink and demands the sacred ritual: The Drip. Not too fast. Not too slow. Just the right artisanal flow. Moo, who imprinted on Bear like a furry little shadow, watched this once and said: “Ah. So this is how we drink now.”  And that was that. Faucet culture became a lifestyle. 💦 Why do cats love drinking from the faucet? Turns out, it’s not just drama — there are real reasons: 1. Running water = safer water (in cat logic) In nature, moving water is fresher and less likely to be contaminated. A faucet drip feels like a tiny mountain spring. 2. It tastes better Stagnant bowl water collects dust, fur, and microscopic “no thank you.” A faucet drip is crisp, cold, and oxygenated. 3. It’s enrichment Water that moves is irresistible. Bear drinks it. Moo tries to catch it. Both are...

  Alzheimer’s disease is one of those conditions that most people have heard of, yet few truly understand until it touches their lives. It’s often described as a memory disease, but that barely scratches the surface. Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurological disorder that changes how a person thinks, remembers, communicates, and navigates the world. It affects families as much as individuals, reshaping daily routines, relationships, and expectations. What Alzheimer’s Actually Is At its core, Alzheimer’s is a disease of the brain. Over time, nerve cells (neurons) become damaged and die. Two hallmark changes are commonly associated with this process: Amyloid plaques – abnormal protein deposits that build up between brain cells Tau tangles – twisted strands of another protein that accumulate inside cells These changes disrupt communication between neurons, interfere with essential cell functions, and eventually lead to cell death. As more areas of the brain are affected, symptoms ...