Category: Courage

“Novelties Don’t Satisfy”

I was struck by a phrase from a John Janaro article on Evelyn Waugh’s conversion to the Catholic faith. It reads, “After WWI the traditional past seemed swept away by a cataclysmic war. At the same time, (they) were pulled in every direction by the brave new world of technological mastery, by rapid changes that promised … Continue reading “Novelties Don’t Satisfy” →

“The Power of God’s Will”

I used to enjoy the stories of the old west. You had to be tough to survive in the old west. There often was no law ….you had to defend yourself. You had to be a tough cookie to survive in the Old West. Well if you read between the lines of the New Testament, … Continue reading “The Power of God’s Will” →

“Be On Guard”

For many years I have been blessed by the readings of St. Alphonsus Liguori. His writings are always straight forward…. tough and challenging, but you knew what he was talking about. In a recent meditation, he provided some advice on how to battle the evil one. It has been said by many holy people over … Continue reading “Be On Guard” →

“No Accidental Deaths”

Most of us have heard the phrase, 'A coward dies a thousand times before his death, but the valiant taste of death but once.” (ref.William Shakespeare, Julius Caesar) I sometimes think of this phrase when I read the scriptures about Jesus dodging various bullets throughout his public ministry, because it wasn’t his time. In Nazareth they tried to throw him … Continue reading “No Accidental Deaths” →

“Shadow Side of The Soul”

There are many excellent spiritual authors today who speak the truth in compelling  ways. While all may be truthful and good and helpful, I find there are some that tend to almost always get my attention, to frequently make a point that hits home with me. Fr. Donald Haggerty of St. Pat’s Cathedral is one of … Continue reading “Shadow Side of The Soul” →

“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” →

“Judy: Getting Ready For Lent”

Judy’s had a pretty good Lenten preparation. After our trip to Michigan with assorted challenges, she had an infected molar pulled, and we are now in the “out patient” waiting room at Morristown Hospital, while Judy is in surgery to have a cyst removed from her liver. She is very brave and is all set … Continue reading “Judy: Getting Ready For Lent” →