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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 →

One of three of our granddaughters is named Elisabeth and her name is spelled with an “s” rather than a “z.”  According to sources, the name Elisabeth means, “God is my oath,” and/or “a worshiper of God.” I love knowing our … Continue reading →

I just received this from my brother this week and thought it had such a wonderful message I would share it with all of you. I was at Bass Pro today and heard a loud crash and something shattering. Being … Continue reading →

I was thinking about messes this week as I diligently tried to avoid making one while I put together a soup for dinner tonight.  My stove top was clean and shiny.  I really didn’t want to have to clean it … Continue reading →