Today is the 68th anniversary of my father’s death. He died on April 21, 1956. Born in 1904, he would be 120 years old this year….”getting up there”. Time with my dad, circa 1947 I wonder if people will remember me in 2066, when I would be 120 years old ? Will they remember that … Continue reading “Will Anyone Remember Me”
Category: Admirable People
What An Honor
Many traveled to Michigan hoping to simply show some small sign of how much the life of Steve Clark meant to them. I went looking to contribute even a bit to the honor due this great man. But I was surprised, it was I who was blessed; it was I who received honor. I was … Continue reading What An Honor
“Steve”
Our dear friend and brother Steve Clark has finished the race. Steve has now seen his beloved Lord face to face. He has been welcomed home and what a welcome it must have been. How do you describe this great life. Steve’s obituary does a wonderful job of outlining his many accomplishments… pioneer, intellectual leader of … Continue reading “Steve”
“Consolation Awaiting All Who Persevere Through Suffering”
Life really has its “ups and downs”. On some days you’re on the top of the world; on other days, you’re down in the dumps. The Book of Job describes the story of someone experiencing this “yo-yo” of life. He goes from a great place to the worst place, and then back to the best place. … Continue reading “Consolation Awaiting All Who Persevere Through Suffering”
“Four Absolutes”
Here we are in the early days of Lent 2024 and I’m still sorting out plans for the 40 days. I recently launched into a new book; it’s title is “Eric Liddell: Pure Gold”. I’d guest that most of you remember that name from the award winning movie, “Chariots of Fire”. The book provides much of the … Continue reading “Four Absolutes”
“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!”
“What A Family”
I think I’ve mentioned how I enjoy the books of Samuel and the stories of King David. I first remember reading them back in the late 1970’s. In fact I was so touched by the friendship of David and Jonathan that we named our first son “Jonathan David”. Today’s reading from the first book of … Continue reading “What A Family”
“Saints Can be Normal”
Today I stumbled on a story about Frank Simmonds. I had never heard of him, but was intrigued as soon as I began to learn a few things about him. His story is told in a book entitled, “Convicted by Mercy”: The Journey of Frank Simmonds from the Streets to Sanctity. “This riveting book by his wife, Rita Simmonds, tells the … Continue reading “Saints Can be Normal”
“Work Cabrini, Work”
The mass readings in November stir my heart. We of course have the great feast of All Saints where we honor the “Hall of Fame Saints”, but then we celebrate All Souls Day where we look to the rest of the holy men and women …more like you and me. These are the souls also precious to the Lord. But … Continue reading “Work Cabrini, Work”
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