Chapter 01 / Summary
1. Relational spirituality connects us to the divine through relationships
"We are made for connection - with God, self, others, and creation."
Interconnected existence.Relational spirituality posits that our fundamental nature as humans is inherently relational. We do not exist in isolation, but rather in a web of connections with the divine, ourselves, other people, and the natural world. This paradigm shifts away from individualistic notions of spirituality toward a more holistic understanding of human flourishing.
Divine encounters through relationships.Rather than seeking God primarily through solitary practices, relational spirituality emphasizes encountering the divine in and through our relationships. This includes:
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