Nearness to one another in Christ
As we look around our world and society, we can detect a spirit of division and deep separations. This polarization is felt most intensely in our personal and social encounters …
Renewed in Christ
The beginning of a new year brings a moment of reflection and an examination of conscience and plans, most notably New Year’s resolutions. We typically review the passing year with …
Seeing the glory of God in others
Reflecting on our Advent journey, Christmas and the Octave of Christmas, our minds and hearts enter deeper into the mystery of the Incarnation. The four weeks of Advent that preceded …
Remember Christ
Our memory is often taken for granted. Outside of pursing studies in neuroscience, medicine or psychology, the fact that our mind allows us to encode, store and retrieve information is …
Moving toward a renewal of our relationships this fall
Clearly, fall has arrived. Simply look out the windows to see the leaves on the trees changing their colors. Indeed, much of our natural surroundings are taking on those colors …
Learning in Christ
Late summer and early fall marks the beginning of a new academic year. Families have prepared and bought the essentials that make learning possible. Attaining knowledge demands that notebooks, backpacks …
Embracing the Body of Christ
Currently, we find ourselves in a world where all kinds of encounters are possible. Unlike prior generations, connections can be accomplished with rapid speed. We can choose to fly or …
Our lives at the table of the Lord
The idea of people coming together to share a meal at a common table sometime seems to be outdated or a bit strange. More than ever, we are busy with …
We are a blessing to one another in Christ
The more we engage our current social climate, the more we see how separated we are becoming from one another, especially when we allow polarizing forces to lead the way. …
The gift of faith and community
One of the laudable aspects of the American spirit is the propensity to pursue ideals with great passion, skill and tenacity. People around the world often look at us with …