I was honored to be part of the leadership team at a Catholic Military family retreat in S. Korea back in May. At one of my sessions with the adults, I talked to them about having an "elevator speech" at the ready to explain their faith to anyone they might encounter. In 1 Peter 3:15, … Continue reading The Elevator Speech
A challenge for teens…
I wrote this specifically for teens. Young people so want to be included, to not stand out, to be part of 'the group,' which ever group they have decided upon. The gauge as to what is acceptable or cool, or the 'in' place to be is so elusive and ever changing. But wanting to belong … Continue reading A challenge for teens…
The breezy part of the day…
"In the breezy part of the day..." God walked in the Garden of Eden at this time. Not sure when that is, but it makes sense. Spirit is closely linked to 'wind' or 'breath' in Hebrew. So it makes sense that when the Living God is physically present in the garden, in some sort of … Continue reading The breezy part of the day…
“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder”*
I was reading an article recently about Leornardo DaVinci and his prolific creativity. The ability to imagine and then transfer those ideas into reality is an amazing gift. He wasn't just an artist. He also invented things like early airplanes and helicopters. He had a phenomenal mind, a genius for sure. DaVinci was blessed with … Continue reading “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder”*
Let the words of my mouth…
Paul's words in the fourth chapter of Philippians, verse eight are "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." Fernando Ortega excerpts a portion of that litany of goods and he also quotes … Continue reading Let the words of my mouth…
“What a piece of work is man…”
In the Old Testament's 8th Psalm we read a meditation on the awesomeness of God and how insignificant we seem in comparison. And yet, we human beings are still the pinnacle of God's creation. In verse 6 we read, "Yet you have made him little less than a god, crowned him with glory and honor." Some … Continue reading “What a piece of work is man…”
2 Timothy 4:1-8
At the end of St. Paul's life, he feels all alone. Many friends have left him, others have betrayed him. He is imprisoned for publicly expressing his beliefs and urging others to believe. He will end his life dying for the faith, a martyr. Many of us know the feeling of being betrayed by someone … Continue reading 2 Timothy 4:1-8
On Cathedrals and Creation
My husband, Sean, and I have been traveling across the western United States for a retirement vacation for the past few days. The last two were spent in Yellowstone National Park. The vistas are amazing pretty much anywhere you look. A magnificent place like Yellowstone helps you realize how small you are as an individual … Continue reading On Cathedrals and Creation
Encouraging vs. Evangelizing
What I do is the former. But I so want to do the latter! I have been studying and researching, in addition to the much more important praying about, and expecting the big day will come, when I get to do that. I am involved in all sorts of little projects that allow me a … Continue reading Encouraging vs. Evangelizing
“Jesus, Friend of Sinners”
https://youtu.be/BY6VAy9y_iQ There was a bit of controversy recently at the Met Museum's Gala. The Met Gala is an annual fundraising event for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in NYC. The Met has a months long (till October) exhibit of Catholic accoutrements, as well as fashion items inspired by Church religious … Continue reading “Jesus, Friend of Sinners”
