The scripture is overflowing with the wonderful words and works of Jesus. As the centurion said, “truly this was the son of God. (Mt. 27:54) As we ponder each situation and story we receive glimpses of Almighty God at work. Today’s gospel reading gives another insight into the Lord at work. “Now there was a … Continue reading “The Miracle of Belief”
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Did Michelangelo Have A “To-Do List” ???
I’m a big “To-Do List” person. Almost everyday I refresh my “To-Do” list .... adding new items, crossing off completed items. Now, I don’t always do everything that’s on my list; to be honest, some things get bounced down the road to another day, another week, another month….okay, even another lifetime. Michelangelo Painting The Sistine … Continue reading Did Michelangelo Have A “To-Do List” ???
“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”
“Be Quick To Forgive”
There’s been a lot of words on forgiveness lately. Today’s gospel covers the call to forgive 7x77. Jesus then includes the parable about the man who is forgiven much who then refuses forgiveness to another. The Lord comes down hard on those who refuses to forgive, especially after having been forgiven much. (Mt. 18:21-35) I … Continue reading “Be Quick To Forgive”
“Trying My Best”
“Moderation is a good thing….. the avoidance of excess or extremes, especially in one’s behavior or political opinions.” Aristotle implied that moderation plays a vital role in all forms of moral excellence…”by finding the middle ground, we can cultivate virtues such as courage, generosity, and temperance, ultimately leading to a life of moral excellence”. The catechism says moderation … Continue reading “Trying My Best”
“Our Highlight Reel”
Originally Posted March 16, 2022 Boy, he’s really on his game! When someone is on their game, they’re playing their best…. every shot seem to go in, every pass is perfect, …. wow, great game. When you see highlight reels of great players, all the greatest plays patched together… they seem incredible. But highlight reels are … Continue reading “Our Highlight Reel”
“ B+ ”
Originally Posted March 15, 2022 AI still recall the trauma of my second semester Organic Chemistry class back at St. Louis U. My teacher was somewhat unusual…a bit like the “mad scientist”. He tended to think he was teaching a group of Nobel Science candidates, taking our exam questions from the Organic Chemistry Journal. (the … Continue reading “ B+ ”
“Don’t Forget To Pray For Us”
Today is February 29, 2024. Today we buried the cremains of my brother Neal who passed away last March 17th. It was a blessed passing as he received the Last Rites and Apostolic Blessing before he died. Brown, or Uncle Brown, as he was known to family, had previously made a decision to donate his … Continue reading “Don’t Forget To Pray For Us”
“Beware of a Hardened Heart”
Originally Posted March 14, 2022 Hardness, “the resistance to deformation”, is an interesting phenomena. We know that diamonds are very hard; you can scratch glass with a diamond. On the Mohs Hardness scale, a diamond is a 10 (very hard) and talc is a 1 (very soft). Shall I go on ? Well, often things get harder over time. … Continue reading “Beware of a Hardened Heart”
“Extra Time & Money”
“Hey Chuck how’s it goin…. how you feeling …. how’s your health? Oh, pretty good Dave, I’m feeling pretty good…. I’m in pretty good shape”. Well Chuck may be correct and giving you the straight scoop or maybe not. He’ll have a more accurate report after he gets his annual physical from the doctor: “Chuck, … Continue reading “Extra Time & Money”
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