It’s only a two letter word, but very powerful… success or failure…happiness or sadness…fortunes or poverty can depend on it. It’s the word IF….” if you do this, then this will happen……you will receive this, provided you do that…” There are people who have the potential to be a great doctor or scientist or lawyer or … Continue reading “ Pay Attention to the IFs”
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“Just The Facts Ma’am”
Back in the 1950’s I enjoyed watching the detective series Dragnet, starring Jack Webb as Sgt. Joe Friday. Joe was a no nonsense guy, not into “small talk”…… “just the facts ma’am…just the facts.” Joe Friday could really make the guilty guy sweat. I read that there are 9 tricks to determining if someone is telling the truth…one … Continue reading “Just The Facts Ma’am”
“Choosing Christ Brings Eternal Reward”
Today is the feast of the great Japanese martyrs Saint Paul Miki and his companions. They suffered terribly as they took refuge in the cross on which they died for Christ. “These servants of the truth were raised with Christ above the heavens, while their enemies, like all who boast of their violent power, died unremembered.” (ref. … Continue reading “Choosing Christ Brings Eternal Reward”
“WE ARE SO BLESSED”
The grace of God allows you to do things you just couldn’t do on your own. It doesn’t make it easy, it makes it possible. Personally I’d prefer that grace would make things easy and enjoyable and funny and cheerful and wonderful. Ultimately doing the will of God thru God’s grace, makes it all those … Continue reading “WE ARE SO BLESSED”
“Even The Saints Fail”
Over the years I have enjoyed reading about the saints. Their stories inspired me to want to love and serve the Lord. Yet to be honest many of the portrayals of these “Hall of Famers” described them as sinless, having never made any mistake, at least no serious mistakes. While one part of me is … Continue reading “Even The Saints Fail”
“Friends of The Aged”
Originally Posted April 26, 2022 There’s a retired priest at our parish, who is great…an excellent teacher, filled with the Holy Spirit, having lived many years serving the Lord … a wonderful witness of Jesus Christ. He once noted in a homily, “you know, I’m not getting any younger… I’m getting older… no, I’m actually … Continue reading “Friends of The Aged”
“Stop, Look, & Listen”
Originally Posted April 25, 2022 Whenever I find myself “out of peace”, it should prompt me to ask “why”. Why am I out of peace…why am I not content…why am I uneasy…. what’s going on? It’s a grace to actually pause long enough to ask these questions. When I don’t pause, I tend to move … Continue reading “Stop, Look, & Listen”
“Take Courage And Be A Man”
I love the passage from the first book of Kings that recalls the death of King David. This great warrior king is coming to the end of his life, and what a life it has been ….a life filled with incredible “ups and downs”. A simple shepherd boy who is anointed by Samuel as the … Continue reading “Take Courage And Be A Man”
“Give Me Souls…Take Away The Rest!”
Today is his feast day of St. John Bosco known as Don (Father) Bosco. I’ve read many intriguing things about him over the years… his journey from poverty, his physical strength and athletic gifts… he was a magician, his great love for the poor and delinquent kids. He didn’t just preach, he developed practical ways … Continue reading “Give Me Souls…Take Away The Rest!”
“It Was A Good Trip”
Well, we’re back from our trip. It was a full 6 days with many blessings and a few challenges. It’s amazing that once you commit to something, there’s no turning back… the bridges are burnt and you have no option but to push through. Here’s a quick overview of our trip. Since we haven’t traveled … Continue reading “It Was A Good Trip”
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