Author Archives: joyocala

One of the gifts I received on my ordination day was a book written by Richard Rohr, a Franciscan priest, titled “Everything Belongs”. I have learned a lot from this man about the contemplative, spiritual life. Learning is fun and … Continue reading →

May and June are often the months for weddings.  Not mine, but both of my sons were married during this time.  (Well, that was quite a few years ago.)  Warm weather, flowers, and after graduation – no wonder the choice … Continue reading →

        Life goes on.  Yes, it surely does whether we embrace each day or slip and slide through a day or trudge slowly through a day…our life goes on. Psalm 118:24 “This is the day the Lord made.  Let us rejoice and be glad … Continue reading →

In my former church, we sang a beautiful song called Just One Candle. My daughter and I sangit a couple times for Christmas Eve services, although it was not necessarily a Christmas song. Ithas a beautiful message of sharing the … Continue reading →

Last Sunday, we celebrated the feast of Pentecost. It has always been a favorite of mine, both for the readings and the meaning. You really have to enjoy the scene in Jerusalem. People from every known nation are gathered there … Continue reading →

Today commemorates Justin Martyr, a second century Christian philosopher from Samaria. Justin defended Christianity against the Roman authorities especially emphasizing the moral character of Christians. Sometime around 165 he was denounced as a Christian and put to death because he … Continue reading →

This weekend is a time of memories–a memorial for those who have gone before us.  We honor those who served our country in the military to preserve our freedoms.  We honor our ancestral family for their commitment to preserving our … Continue reading →

Who knew that pumpkin pie was brown and not white? Maybe you see where I’m going with this… Does anyone NOT smother their piece of pumpkin pie in Cool Whip? Isn’t that the first thing you ask for when the … Continue reading →

We awaken today to thoughts of Memorial Day, of those who lost their lives fighting for our freedom.   So many words have been said, so many speeches given, there is little I could add.  Yet one quote struck me this … Continue reading →

        Have you ever sold a car on your own, or perhaps a couch, or even a home and added the tag line…,” as is?” Whatever condition your item is, you are not repairing or refurbishing it first, you are selling … Continue reading →