I was struck when praying this morning reading’s about how Psalm 130 sings of God’s goodness while inviting us to trust deeply in God. I praise God on this day for those with whom I have reconnected in recent weeks. I have traveled each of these past three weeks (and eagerly embrace a couple weeksContinue reading “With the Lord is kindness, and with God is redemption. -Psalm 130”
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O God of second chances, thankfully you give us this time during Lent to be filled, directed, and empowered by your Spirit. As we enter fully into Lent, show us what we need to see to more fully follow your Gospel. -Becky Eldrege
Today on this Ash Wednesday I am pleased to share the below reflection from Sr. Norma Pimentel, M.J., the executive director for Catholic Charities of Brownsville, TX, along the U.S./Mexico Border. Also embedded below is a classic Peter Gabriel tune that always makes me think of God’s presence. May these Lenten days of reflection aheadContinue reading “O God of second chances, thankfully you give us this time during Lent to be filled, directed, and empowered by your Spirit. As we enter fully into Lent, show us what we need to see to more fully follow your Gospel. -Becky Eldrege”
When you pay attention to the voice of providence in your life, you cannot but exclaim: ‘My God! It’s been you all the time.’…God is revealed as a trustworthy friend or loving parent, and life bursts out all over with grace. -Br. George Van Grieken, FSC
Every morning when I walk my dog we stop at our neighborhood church. I take a moment to think and offer up a daily prayer each morning at this site with significant meaning- it is where my wife and I were married. Although we no longer attend this same church, it serves not only asContinue reading “When you pay attention to the voice of providence in your life, you cannot but exclaim: ‘My God! It’s been you all the time.’…God is revealed as a trustworthy friend or loving parent, and life bursts out all over with grace. -Br. George Van Grieken, FSC”
Keep going and keep speaking up, even if your voice shakes. — Allyson Felix
This week I’m sharing a few resources that have come across my way. Highlights thus far include a site visit and meeting yesterday at the school I used to serve, and my oldest son’s playoff run in CYO basketball. I am excited for him that he has this excitement during these concluding months of hisContinue reading “Keep going and keep speaking up, even if your voice shakes. — Allyson Felix”
I firmly believe that love is a transforming power that can lift a whole community to new horizons of fair play, goodwill, and justice. – Martin Luther King, Jr.
Yesterday I chaperoned my daughter’s first field trip since 2019. We visited the San Francisco Symphony for a children’s-based/teaching performance, followed by time at the playground near City Hall. We ended the afternoon with a read aloud and time spent browsing at the San Francisco Main Library. It was a joyful day, one filled withContinue reading “I firmly believe that love is a transforming power that can lift a whole community to new horizons of fair play, goodwill, and justice. – Martin Luther King, Jr.”
Let me keep my distance, always, from those who have the answers. Let me keep company always with those who say, “Look!” and laugh in astonishment, and bow their heads. -Mary Oliver
This week I share a couple of resources from the new church our family has recently started attending. The above quote from Mary Oliver was included by the pastor in his letter in the bulletin. And this Stewardship Prayer depicted is one that we recite each liturgy. We have been rejuvenated as a family withContinue reading “Let me keep my distance, always, from those who have the answers. Let me keep company always with those who say, “Look!” and laugh in astonishment, and bow their heads. -Mary Oliver”
Be tender with God as God is tender with us. – Shemaiah Gonzalez
In her article, “Choosing Joy,” author Shemaiah Gonzalez writes about Fr. Greg Boyle, SJ, and his care for those in the formerly incarcerated community, who he calls “homies.” His ministry, Homeboy Industries, is impressive and inspiring. Fr. Greg is a real wisdom figure for me, and I count touring him around my former school amongContinue reading “Be tender with God as God is tender with us. – Shemaiah Gonzalez”
You have to do the best with what God gave you. – Forrest Gump
Today I write to share just a couple video resources that have informed my reflection in recent weeks. I highly recommend investing the time to listen/watch the interview with U2’s Bono- I find his insights into faith and community to be compelling. Also this Sheryl Crow song was new to me, although it is aContinue reading “You have to do the best with what God gave you. – Forrest Gump”
Faith lifts the soul, hope supports it, experience says it must, and love says…let it be! -Elizabeth Ann Seton
(Photo courtesy of Seton Hall University) In the Catholic tradition, today marks the feast of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, who in the United States is celebrated as one of the Founders of the Daughters of Charity. I have had the great fortune to be formed by, and to walk alongside, the Daughters here in CaliforniaContinue reading “Faith lifts the soul, hope supports it, experience says it must, and love says…let it be! -Elizabeth Ann Seton”
Keeping the Faith 