Monthly Archives: May 2023

        I have been rereading the story in the Bible about Jesus meeting the Samaritan woman at the well.  It was one thing for the towns people to know “her business.”  Having had so many husbands was a fact in her life she … Continue reading →

There are several factors in our lives that motivate us. They are mixed and many depending on our needs and desires. We may be a person who is motivated by external incentives like candy and treats when we were young … Continue reading →

Here’s what Martin Luther had to say about music: “Music is a fair and lovely gift of God which has often wakened and moved me to the joy of preaching. St. Augustine was troubled in conscience whenever he caught himself … Continue reading →

Ascension Day comes 40 days after Easter Sunday celebrating the return of Christ to heaven. There is a mixture of emotions on this day. The disciples were left dumbfounded as they saw him disappear into the clouds.  Now what? Were … Continue reading →

One of my favorite expressions is “It’s like herding cats.”  I usually thought of it in the context of an administrator moderating a meeting of unorganized, opinionated teachers (I was one of the cats).  In 2005 the historian Doris Kearns … Continue reading →

Jesus comes to us, inhabits us, dwells within us. Some have told me, and I have read many accounts of hearing our Lord’s voice, even seeing an angel who appears as Christ. A flash of blinding light, a daydream, walking. … Continue reading →

I looked up the word placidness.  I wasn’t sure if it referred to peaceful serenity or simply a state of lethargy.  In truth it can be either.   When we think about the Holy Spirit’s presence in our lives, we’re reminded … Continue reading →

        A descriptor of myself, I am sensitive and I know I get my feelings hurt easily.  The follow-up is do I hold on to the “hurt?” This has been a journey of growing up and learning to “let it go.”         I … Continue reading →

Did you know telling someone “thank you” can not only give the recipient a happiness boost, but it can give you one too?  It is such a small thing and takes so little time, but it can make someone’s day … Continue reading →

We often end our blogs with the phrase “God loves you unconditionally.” This week, we remember Julian of Norwich whose 14th century writings are filled with references to God’s love for His children.  Julian is thought to be the first … Continue reading →