HeyJaredVistas of Hope
Substack of Ali Papa, conveyor of letters of faith, hope, and love—the kind that lends itself as a true companion for those who need to go beyond their abuse, heartbreak, self-worth, failures, and fears.
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Dear Pastor: Do what the devil can’t do. Love your congregation without condition or expectation. (opens the original)
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This is a Disclaimer: This letter may cause severe discomfort to those comfortable in their faith, and comfort to those severely uncomfortable. Read at your own risk. Your soul will thank you later.<img alt
Dear Someone: Stop handing the rarest parts of you to people who treat you like a backup plan. (opens the original)
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Disclaimer: These words don’t come sanded down and safe. Some of them are going to press right on the bruise you’ve been protecting. Read this with the tender, honest center of you, not the armored part that’s spent years rehearsing reasons to stay small. I’m not swinging to hurt you. I’m reaching for you because I’ve watched too many good souls confuse being tolerated with being loved, and I won’t do it quietly anymore.<a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" href="https://substackcdn.com/i
Dear Pastor: Why do our prayers seem to extend only to certain people, while leaving others in the shadows of our concern? (opens the original)
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This is a Disclaimer: This letter may cause severe discomfort to those comfortable in their faith, and comfort to those severely uncomfortable. Read at your own risk. Your soul will thank you later.<img alt
Dear Someone: Read this when you’re questioning whether protecting your peace means you’re being “too sensitive” or “holding grudges”. (opens the original)
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Dear Someone: Stop bleeding love into people who keep their hearts in storage units. (opens the original)
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