Last week, I gave an Advent Recollection to Assumption HS Class ’62. The theme of the recollection was “waiting.” One of the points I shared was from the homily of Fr. James P. Donelan, SJ, “The Sacrament of Waiting.” Donelan
Bondage is all about being held captive, it can be a physical form of imprisonment but it can also be mental or emotional. Bondage can easily be dismissed as a bad habit, a character flaw or some obnoxious personality quirk.
When you look in the mirror, what do you see? How do you feel? There, that thought which flashed through your mind when you read the questions gives you what you need to know. Are you satisfied? Thrilled? Saddened? Now
Last Friday, an editorial cartoon in this paper showed a frantic Jesus unable to answer prayer calls from Ferguson, Missouri. That is one of the most blasphemous cartoons I’ve seen in recent months, and I am deeply offended. The
Body image and weight issues are two of the most overwhelming issues a person deals with on a daily basis. We have a constant reminder on the billboards, radio, TV and in the news that obesity is an epidemic in the
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. — Hebrews 10:23 Although I try not to be shocked by the things I see these days, I was caught off-balance by the
Several years ago, a friend of mine and her husband were invited to spend the weekend at the husband’s employer’s home. My friend, Arlene, was nervous about the weekend. The boss was very wealthy, with a fine home on the
Do you tell yourself you will be happy when…? You fit into those ‘skinny jeans’ You have enough money You get that promotion Your kids grow up and move out of home Did you know that There is a saying
God Wants You Rich by Scot Anderson God Wants to Bless You “God Wants You Rich: Not Poor & Struggling” compares two theological explanations of how Read More »