Our Tears Touch Jesus

The gospel reading today said a lot about how the Lord views his children. Jesus is not an administrator or strategist in his relationship with us. He loves us.  “As he drew near to the gate of the city, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, … Continue reading Our Tears Touch Jesus

I’ve Got Your Back

Originally Posted June 22, 2021 “WWI pilots were the first to say, "I got your six," meaning they've got you covered so the enemy can't come up behind your back and kill you. "I got your six" means "I’ve got your back.” It declares  I'm loyal to you.”  While these phrases originated in  a context of receiving help in the midst of physical danger, it certainly can apply to any danger … Continue reading I’ve Got Your Back

The Cheapskate

Originally Posted June 18, 2021 Most things don’t seem to work well when “done half way”…. when you try to swim while holding on to the bank…. starting that diet and continuing to eat desserts at night…. taking a course, but not studying. I’m sure you can come up with your own examples. The truth … Continue reading The Cheapskate

God..Calling St. Michael

Originally Posted June 16, 2021 I was reflecting back on one of my first trips to New York City… the “Big Apple”. We were living in Kansas City (Overland Park, KS.) and I was going for a job interview at my employer… at  42nd St. at 2ndAvenue. I was pretty excited. I had planned to get up … Continue reading God..Calling St. Michael

When It’s Hard To Pray

Originally Posted June 15, 2021 I sometimes hear from others and sometimes from myself, “gee, does God hear my prayers….. I’ve been praying about this issue for so long, and it seems that God is ignoring my request…. I don’t hear from him, what’s going on….” This condition left to itself can bring discouragement and … Continue reading When It’s Hard To Pray

The Truth Sets Us Free

Originally Posted June 11, 2021 Jesus then said to the Jews who had believed in him, "If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”  Powerful words… a powerful proclamation on “truth”. Jesus is the way, the truth , and the life. And on … Continue reading The Truth Sets Us Free

Find A Way To Get It Done…

“The group didn’t check out even though it had been a rough game and we were down 5-1 in the bottom of the 9th … each player fought to get on base…. perhaps the best at bat was O’Neill drawing a walk after being down 0-2 to keep the rally going …” (Oliver Marmol, Manager of … Continue reading Find A Way To Get It Done…

What About Dave

The movie “Around the World In 80 Days” was on T.V. recently. "It’s the fictional story of Phileas Fogg making a very large wager with a snobbish member of the prestigious Reform Club that he can circumnavigate the world in 80 days.”  It reminded me of a mindset that can plague me when I travel…. should I try … Continue reading What About Dave

Mike

Have you ever bumped into an old friend you haven’t seen for many years… not just a casual acquaintance, but a good friend. The other day I reconnected with a very good friend from the old days. Mike and I were good friends….. we played sports together in high school, were members of the same … Continue reading Mike

Thy Help Made Me Great

We’re just finishing the life of King David as we make our way thru the “Bible In A Year” with Fr. Mike Schmitz; in truth it may end up being the Bible in two or three years.  King David is such a compelling character… certainly one of my favorites.  King David We follow the simple shepherd … Continue reading Thy Help Made Me Great