The cross of Christ brings redemptive meaning and grace to Lenten sacrifices
It is already the middle of Lent. For many, we may still be seeking to firm up our resolve to be people of prayer, fasting and almsgiving during these 40 …
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Caring for one another in Christ
In today’s culture, it’s easy to access different sources of world news. In fact, ours is a life lived in digital proximity to one another. Through the use of technology, …
Renewal in the Spirit
The new year is upon us. The recent fiestas, meals and religious observances are now behind us. And, as happens each year, New Year’s resolutions now beckon our attention. Like …
Giving ourselves away in Christ
Christmas and other holiday celebrations are times when the human spirit goes beyond itself into cheerful giving. It’s estimated that U.S. consumers will spend billions of dollars on retail shopping …
Remembering our transformation and consolation in Christ
For many, the fall season marks a time of change and transition. Natural landscapes visually change their appearance, with the transformation of lush greens to yellow-red-brown colors in our foliage. …
Recognizing each other in Christ
Our culture is saturated by commercial interactions and exchanges. It’s easy to relate to everything and everyone as a series of superficial connections or transactions. Indeed, everything in our lives …
We belong together
In the current cultural and social climate saturated with contentious and polarizing rhetoric, the idea that we belong together in community may appear out of place. More and more, digital …
Learning to walk with and for others
For many of us, the idea of walking to and from places can appear quaint, charming, romantic and old-fashioned. And while walking in our favorite park or neighborhood may …
The power of justice and mercy
Much in our world is changing. The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened our awareness of how rapidly things can change. In a short time, we have had to recalibrate, adjust and …
Walking together in the Spirit
In the current climate of social distancing, the idea of walking together may seem counterintuitive. These past months, COVID-19 has profoundly disrupted our sense of order, certainty and direction. More …