Life back on the road for work, combined with the start to the academic year at home as well, leads toward a full start to this month of September…and now I realize it’s almost October, ha! I hope that the official end to summer tomorrow marks a welcome time of transition and forward progress forContinue reading “God loves a cheerful giver. -Fr. James Martin, SJ”
Category Archives: Prayer
Dialogue with the world is not a tactical choice …but a concrete expression (of the Gospel). -Pope Leo
This week I share several inspirations from my daily reflection book, a podcast, and a text from my sister-in-law. God is good. I count myself blessed to access these resources on a regular basis to assist me feeling grounded amidst a busy back to school time. Blessings on your week ahead! “Be on the lookoutContinue reading “Dialogue with the world is not a tactical choice …but a concrete expression (of the Gospel). -Pope Leo”
This past week I have spent time in several schools and alongside trusted colleagues. I always enjoy the chance to be with my co-workers, whether it be on the road or when we find ourselves in the office at the same time. Between work and home, the fresh start to a new school year bringsContinue reading
Prayer is not asking for what you think you want, but asking to be changed in ways you can’t imagine. -Kathleen Norris
This week’s reflection is taken from Richard Rohr’s Center for Action and Contemplation. The Center’s weekly e-news offered some great reflection questions rooted in the Beatitudes, and I find them thought provoking. I hope they inform your own discernment…blessings on your week ahead! Practicing the Beatitudes Do I embrace poverty of spirit—or flee from itContinue reading “Prayer is not asking for what you think you want, but asking to be changed in ways you can’t imagine. -Kathleen Norris”
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” -Gospel of Matthew
When I read these words from the daily scripture this morning, they resonated within my soul. I have been fortunate to spend these recent days in the woods- and in the water- with my kids, and I am rejuvenated in my vocation as a dad and an educator. God is good. I am pleased toContinue reading ““Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” -Gospel of Matthew”
Hope is great. And hope suported by faith creates an unbeatable duo. -Meditations for People Who May Worry Too Much
Today I share a few pearls of wisdom from my daily reflection resource, Give Us This Day. I am grateful for this practice to sit, think, and pray each day. Blessings on your week ahead! PSALM 25: Teach me your ways, O Lord. Your ways, O LORD, make known to me; teach me your paths,Continue reading “Hope is great. And hope suported by faith creates an unbeatable duo. -Meditations for People Who May Worry Too Much”
Jazz will give you back your mind, reggae will give you back your body, but the blues will give you back your soul. -Taj Mahal
I read A River Runs Through It by Norman Maclean over the weekend. My boss lent it to me, and it was an inspiring read. The beauty of nature abounds, as does the depiction of a family who loves one another through triumph and challenge. Many years ago I viewed the movie yet reading theContinue reading “Jazz will give you back your mind, reggae will give you back your body, but the blues will give you back your soul. -Taj Mahal”
Take my heart, O Lord, take my hopes and dreams. Take my mind with all its plans and schemes. Give me nothing more than your love and grace. These alone, O God, are enough for me. -Dan Schutte
Winding down the end of every academic year feels like a mad dash to the finish of a really long race. This May is no different. Our daughter graduates 8th grade next week and we cannot wait to celebrate her! Plus we have family visiting from out of town and we cherish our time togetherContinue reading “Take my heart, O Lord, take my hopes and dreams. Take my mind with all its plans and schemes. Give me nothing more than your love and grace. These alone, O God, are enough for me. -Dan Schutte”
Some people think that it’s holding on that makes one strong. Sometimes it’s letting go. -Sylvia Robinson
Recent challenges and opportunities remind me how significant family & community, and prayer & exercise are to my overall well-being. Keeping focus on that which is foundational provides me clarity throughout times of uncertainty. At home and with work, we’re all eager for the summer season on the horizon. It’s been quite a stretch! EnjoyContinue reading “Some people think that it’s holding on that makes one strong. Sometimes it’s letting go. -Sylvia Robinson”
Let Providence be the driver….not certainty. -Sr. Lisa Laguna
I loved reading mysteries as a kid. My mom, a teacher, brought us to our community library every Friday in the summer; growing up, I spent countless hours devouring series like the Hardy Boys and reading authors like Stephen King. Along with instilling within me my passion for teaching and learning, my mom also introducedContinue reading “Let Providence be the driver….not certainty. -Sr. Lisa Laguna”
Keeping the Faith 