Singing meditation soothes the soul

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Singing meditation blends song and silence to uplift the spirit and soothe the soul.

Ruthie Rosauer and Liz Hill, co- authors of “Singing Meditation,” will introduce the practice to Mahoning Valley residents during a program from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Sunday at First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1105 Elm St.

Rosauer of Eau Claire, Wis., and Hill of Boardman, who met about 20 years ago through a mutual friend, described themselves as “spiritual companions.” Hill’s husband, Matt Alspaugh, is pastor of First Unitarian and Rosauer belongs to a Unitarian church in Eau Claire. She described herself as a “traveling corporate spouse” who has lived in 11 states.

Both women said they loved to sing but had been discouraged in musical avenues.

For the full story, and a video of the practice, read the Religion page in today's Vindicator or on Vindy.com.