HeyJaredHarold’s Open Space
"Open Space" is a place where I ponder God's consciousness at the intersection of human experience and the universe. It is the result of years spent outside the confines of orthodox religion, yet affirming healthy religion and all paths of life.
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HUMANS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN “RELIGIONING” (opens the original)
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Humans have shifted modes of “religioning” for thousands of years. They will continue to do so forever. Religion will never die because the longing is deeply wired into the human psyche, cognitive habits, and our fundamental need to find meaning in an unpredictable world. By “religioning,” I mean the broad, ongoing human process of seeking and constructing meaning, purpose, and connection—whether or not this involves belief in a deity or formal institution.This process is not limited to traditio
9/11 IS A WINDOW INTO HUMAN EXISTENCE! (opens the original)
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9/11/2026 This morning, I read several headlines about 9/11, which happened 25 years ago.“9/11 was tragic. What followed was worse!”“On 9/11, our nation saw evil!”“9/11 explained. A revisionist story!”“September 11, 2001. A pause for reflection”The headlines continued in this way.I remember September 11 clearly, even though I was not in New York.I had just returned home after dropping my kids off at school. I started my usual morning routine and turned on the TV before vacuuming the house. My ex
IT TOOK 29 YEARS TO “SEE” IT... (opens the original)
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Today marks the 29th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death. I will never forget that moment, or the funeral that moved me to tears when Elton John sang “Candle in the Wind” and I heard Charles Spencer’s eulogy. Since then, her interview with Martin Bashir for the BBC Panorama program on November 20, 1995, has gone viral. Harry, Diana’s younger son, met … Read more
GRACE, WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS... (opens the original)
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By haroldGrace is like a quiet breath.It stills the stormof inner conflict and emotional turmoilin the darkest night of life.Grace offers rest when we are weary.When we fail,When others fail us,When we ask forgiveness for failing,When we are forgiven,When we are not forgiven.Grace when we are humanAnd emotions carry the day against our will. Grace to ac… Read more
“LIFE CENTER” IS AN OPEN SPACE FOR HUMANS... (opens the original)
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REMINDER:Our next “Life Center” gathering will be on Sabbath, September 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM. McKinley School of the Arts, 325 S. Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101. My message: “When the Storm hits you!”Our country and culture are shifting in the US through a huge wave of changes!American Christianity is not cutting it for many pe
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