Sometimes I tend to fixate on solving all the world’s problems. I spend time thinking about how I’m going to settle the war in Ukraine and the “crazy developments” in the Middle East, and of course China, oh let’s not forget the increasing chaos in our own country, not to mention the church. And I … Continue reading “We Can’t Fix The World”
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“Eyes Bigger Than My Appetite”
Originally Posted Mar. 10, 2022 Judy has often told the story of her dad taking the family out to eat at a local cafeteria. The kids would fill their plates with all kinds of foods and goodies, while her dad would not get anything…just an empty plate. He would then eat all the food that the kids … Continue reading “Eyes Bigger Than My Appetite”
“God Is Not My Attendant”
Originally Posted Mar. 8, 2022 “The old onion is at it again”. Just when I thought I could take a little break from being convicted of my faults and sin, something else pops up. God is peeling back another layer of the onion. I know it’s good news, but it can be a bit exasperating….. … Continue reading “God Is Not My Attendant”
“Second Conversion”
Have you ever asked yourself what’s missing in your spiritual life? “Gee, it seems that at this stage of my life in Christ, I should be in a lot better shape.” I read about the saints and think, “woe, I’m just not there.” Is something missing? Hmmmmmmm. St. Isaac Jogues We recently honored the North … Continue reading “Second Conversion”
“Let’s Be On Our Toes”
“Be vigilant at all times.” (Luke 12:35-38) When I’m feeling pretty good, I find this admonition inspiring; it gives me energy to go the extra mile in serving the Lord. Yet when I’m not feeling great, this passage can fly right over my head. Recently I’ve been under the weather, nothing serious, but enough to … Continue reading “Let’s Be On Our Toes”
“We Will Always Be Friends”
The above quote was attributed to St. John Bosco. He directed it to a young man (St. Luigi Orione) who later entered the priesthood after his death. Friendship is such a powerful term, describing a relationship that is at the top of the list. We may have other wonderful relationships with our peers, co-workers, teammates, … Continue reading “We Will Always Be Friends”
“The Next St. Paul”
Originally Posted March 7, 2022 I think it’s likely that the great leaders of the Church for the next decades are sitting out in the marketplace, out in the government, out in some obscure family, perhaps in some classroom, or maybe even in some jail. They may not be aware of Christ or certainly haven’t … Continue reading “The Next St. Paul”
“Gaze of the Lord”
Originally Posted March 4, 2022 Back in around 1963, a group of us snuck into a high school seminary to visit one of our friends; “Steve” met us at a prearranged spot. We felt like the CIA sneaking into the Kremlin…it was dark, the lights were out, we went to the refrigerator and got some food, … Continue reading “Gaze of the Lord”
“Practice Makes Perfect”
Originally Posted March 3, 2022 Have you ever watched a boxing movie where the old cagey manager slurs, “Hey Rock, never fight a southpaw …. you’ll get confused by their fighting stance, and he’ll knock you on your fanny…. and kid, you got to practice, practice, practice… if you don’t, once you get bonked on … Continue reading “Practice Makes Perfect”
“Trust… Involves Patience”
Originally Posted March 1, 2022 If you ever think you’re having a bad day, just look at Joseph in the Old Testament. Joseph, the son of Jacob & Rachel, after being cast into a well and almost killed, was sold into slavery by his brothers. After rising up into a position of influence with the … Continue reading “Trust… Involves Patience”
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