In today’s first reading (DT 4:1, 5-9), Moses is speaking with the people about the importance of God’s statutes and decrees. At the end of this selection of verses he changes his focus: “However, take care and be earnestly on your guard not to forget the things which your own eyes have seen, nor letContinue reading “Sharing Our Faith”
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Monday March 9, Third Week of Lent
I just returned from a long weekend in my hometown in Indiana. I made the trip with my second son, and it was a rare treat to spend so much time with him on the road trip. We had the chance to visit with my parents, uncle, brothers, mother-in-law and sisters-in-law and various nieces andContinue reading “Monday March 9, Third Week of Lent”
Servant Leadership
When Jesus was walking the earth, his country was under occupation. The Romans were the enforcers of his day, and intimidation was their specialty. When Jesus speaks of the rulers of this world he is speaking from the personal experience of living under an authoritarian government. At the end of today’s gospel (Mt 20:17-28), JesusContinue reading “Servant Leadership”
Love Your Enemies
When I am hiking and I come to a particularly steep section of a trail, I often take a picture to remember the challenges of the terrain. I love hiking, but hills like this one test my endurance. I stop often and it seems to me that I will not make it to the top,Continue reading “Love Your Enemies”
Reconciliation
When I am out walking the hills with my family I become free. The world’s pressures and cares fall away and I become present to everything around me. It is as if God has taken his hand and wiped my mind clear of what does not matter. Most of my kids feel the same way,Continue reading “Reconciliation”
Ask
Americans do not like to ask for anything. As a culture we are taught the value of independence. Most of us enjoy doing things for ourselves. This tendency to want to feel in control is a drawback when it relates to seeking a deeper relationship with God. In today’s gospel reading, Matthew 7:7-12, Jesus isContinue reading “Ask”
Scripture
I have always been drawn to the Word of God. Every morning and every evening I spend some time with scripture. This time of praying and listening grounds me. It makes every joyful time more profound, and eases the more difficult times. It is the one constant in my life. Today’s first reading from IsaiahContinue reading “Scripture”
Fear
My husband and I went to a baby shower this weekend for our neighbor and her wife. We enjoyed reconnecting with our neighbors and meeting their friends, some who traveled from other cities to welcome the new baby. While it was a celebration of joy, every guest I spoke with expressed worry or fear. AllContinue reading “Fear”
Friday After Ash Wednesday 2026
Fasting from indifference
Carrying On
Lenten reflections from the point of view of a parent and grandparent of those in the LGBTQ community.
The Last Lap (and what comes next) 