Monthly Archives: March 2021

As we prepare for the death and resurrection of our Lord, let’s prepare for the decision we need to make in our personal life. Read Joshua 24.  Here Joshua gives us a history lesson on the faithfulness of God. How … Continue reading →

 For reasons that escape me, Palm Sunday was my confirmation day. Maybe it was yours too. The way it was explained to my thirteen-year-old self was that it led to my first Communion on Maundy Thursday. Again, where is the … Continue reading →

The Gospel for Holy Monday comes from John 12:1-7.  !1Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. Here a dinner was given in Jesus’ honor. Martha served, while Lazarus … Continue reading →

If you are not familiar with the Broadway play or movie, Godspell, find it on You Tube and watch it.  You will probably be smiling and humming along to the wonderful songs including in this version of the Gospel according to Matthew. … Continue reading →

I have hit the jackpot lately with meaningful posts that have been sent to me.  I have another one to share that really touched my heart.  I am a student of the Holocaust and I found these words to be … Continue reading →

It’s time to look at how I have progressed with my Lenten goals.  Time is running out; soon it will be Easter.  Have I accomplished my spiritual tasks?  I have learned that it is prudent to set realistic goals, generally … Continue reading →

Today is the Annunciation of Our Lord, the day on which the Angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would be the mother of the Savior. What? Here we are in the midst of Lent, and the church calendar takes … Continue reading →

Each day we notice the rebirth of the trees, plants, and flowers.  Tiny shoots are popping up through the ground; trees are leafing out; flowers are beginning to bloom.  But those delicate beginnings cannot sustain themselves.  They require both water … Continue reading →

Sometimes pearls of wisdom land in our palms at the oddest times. I may be channeling Fred Rogers somewhat when reminded of his “tag line” on Mr. Rogers’ neighborhood – “I like you just the way you are.” He was, … Continue reading →

One of my favorite Lenten hymns is “Beneath the Cross of Jesus.”  I remember singing it with my family in our small church many years ago.  Actually it goes back to the 19th century:  text by Elizabeth Cecilia Clephane 1830-1869 … Continue reading →