Today I enjoyed reading this interview here with Sr. Stephanie Henry. I am learning more about her religious order, the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament. Below is an impressive excerpt from her comments: “We are called to open our hearts to God and to other people. God is inviting us to joy. Responding to GodContinue reading “Let us open wide our hearts. It is joy which invites us. Press forward and fear nothing. -St. Katharine Drexel”
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It takes time and intention to recongize the generosity of God in everyday signs of wonder and beauty. -Kathy Hendricks
I appreciate this time each year when life (finally) feels like we’re settling into a groove…at home we have had just enough weeks of consistent afterschool sports practices, combined with enough time with our kids getting to know new teachers…to feel like we (sort of) have things together. Yesterday my daughter marveled at the teamworkContinue reading “It takes time and intention to recongize the generosity of God in everyday signs of wonder and beauty. -Kathy Hendricks”
Genius is in the idea. Impact comes from action. -Simon Sinek
Last week I was privileged to enjoy time in the New Orleans area with our school leaders. Learning and growing alongside them is one of the best parts of my job. Speaking of learning, last night I played my guitar for the first time in a while and I learned a new chord configuration…thirty yearsContinue reading “Genius is in the idea. Impact comes from action. -Simon Sinek”
No matter what tools you use to create, the true instrument is you. And through you, the universe that surrounds us all comes into focus. -Rick Rubin
My city is alive with children and their families. My oldest son started high school earlier this week and my youngest two kids began this morning…they took the bus to school today with their mom, which was a first. We are lucky to have that option! As I drove our oldest through the city toContinue reading “No matter what tools you use to create, the true instrument is you. And through you, the universe that surrounds us all comes into focus. -Rick Rubin”
Leadership is not about taking charge. Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge. -Simon Sinek
My day began with an early appointment at the dentist. I was fortunate to view most of “The Redeem Team” on Netflix wile undergoing my dental procedure. I recommend it as a resource for an excellent illustration of teamwork, positive coaching, and impact. I’m thinking of watching it with my kids if I learn howContinue reading “Leadership is not about taking charge. Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge. -Simon Sinek”
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”
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”
As we say yes to the walk of faith, we too can find our place in the greatest story ever told, the story of God’s purposes lived out in and through our simple existence. -Ruth Haley Barton
As I write this post, my children are in the room next to my home office, playing Pictionary together after a relaxing morning of art, backyard basketball, practicing guitars and plenty of time on the phone for our oldest child. It’s great for them to have a break from school and sports’ practices, and IContinue reading “As we say yes to the walk of faith, we too can find our place in the greatest story ever told, the story of God’s purposes lived out in and through our simple existence. -Ruth Haley Barton”
[Gratitude] bravely pauses and takes account of life—of everything going on—and chooses to say thank you for the whole of it. Vinita Hampton Wright
I read this brief reflection at the start to my week: Finding Your Perfect Point of Gratitude. It has framed my attempt to approach this week with increased awareness of the everyday blessings that God affords me – and yes, even those which are wrapped up as challenges. Noteworthy experiences include an alternate route throughContinue reading “[Gratitude] bravely pauses and takes account of life—of everything going on—and chooses to say thank you for the whole of it. Vinita Hampton Wright”
Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. -Harriet Tubman
“Daddy, I’m a big girl and can cross the street by myself,” my daughter said to me last night when I dropped her off at volleyball practice. When I returned home, one of my son’s stated, “Dad, look at my teeth? Aren’t they straighter now thanks to my braces? And I’m even brushing them, too!”Continue reading “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. -Harriet Tubman”
Keeping the Faith 