Over the Thanksgiving holiday I had the benefit of taking a break from my usual writing and studies. I took the time to spend with family and friends, and tend to tasks around the home giving gratitude for the blessings in my life; reflecting upon the discovery of my sisters, new friends and precious time… Continue reading Preparing the Way : Advent II Peace
Category: Thoughts
Trusting God to Provide
Trusting God to provide sounds almost cliche, but it's just about where I am as I reflect on our Gospel for this weekend. As I was writing, my wife called in a panic and upset. Her car died in the fast lane somewhere in Connecticut, about two and a half hours from home. In unfamiliar… Continue reading Trusting God to Provide
More than Pastries, Let’s talk Joseph!
Joseph was called, under challenging circumstances, to fill the role of Jesus' father on earth. Described in Matthew's Gospel as a righteous man, he was planning to dismiss Mary, who was with child before they lived together, but instead obeyed the message given to him by an angel of the Lord to take Mary as… Continue reading More than Pastries, Let’s talk Joseph!