I find myself in many conversations these days on the need for greater unity in our world…in my community, in our country, and in our global Church. I love the concept of “Roundtabling” when I think of building community, and am pleased to share this poem below. Blessings on your week ahead! “In Search ofContinue reading “The two most important days of your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why. -Mark Twain”
Category Archives: Prayer
Being at your best is honoring yourself. And it is honoring God- Common
This week I share a few inspirations from a book I just finished (And Then We Rise, by Artist Common), a meeting I attended, and a holiday card I received. I continue to try to be aware of God’s presence in all these occurances as the pace of my life only intensifies. One day atContinue reading “Being at your best is honoring yourself. And it is honoring God- Common”
It is my deepest belief that only by giving our lives do we find life. -Cesar Chavez
Cesar Chavez passed away on this day over thirty years ago, leaving a legacy of service, advocacy and a firm commitment to the dignity of work. I recall learning of him in the 1980’s due to a nationwide grape boycott, yet it wasn’t until I moved to California in 2000 that I embraced a sincereContinue reading “It is my deepest belief that only by giving our lives do we find life. -Cesar Chavez”
It’s not that every minute needs to be useful, but the things we pay attention to make us who we are. Over time, they comprise our entire lives. -Katherine Johnson Martinko
This week I offer a simple Lenten reflection along with an invitation to re-focus our time. I invite you to try this 15 minute approach. I found it refreshing! Blessings on your week ahead. In this holy season of Lent, I come before You with a desire to be changed. Strip away the noise, the clutter, andContinue reading “It’s not that every minute needs to be useful, but the things we pay attention to make us who we are. Over time, they comprise our entire lives. -Katherine Johnson Martinko”
The way to find the real “world” …is to find your inner ground. -Thomas Merton
Last night, Brigid and I made our way to our first baseball game of the season. There’s something about the rhythm of the season, and the experience of sitting still at a live ballgame, that brings me a sense of peace. Taking the train to the ballpark, walking amidst the crowd, taking in the sightsContinue reading “The way to find the real “world” …is to find your inner ground. -Thomas Merton”
Life is about rhythm. We vibrate, our hearts are pumping blood. We are rhythm machines, that’s what we are. -Mickey Hart
I have been a lifelong student of music, and a history buff. During Covid lockdown, I became a fan of the Grateful Dead….their blend of music traditions like folk, bluegrass, blues, and jazz, plus they way they transformed live music….really impress me. Of course their San Francisco roots resonate with me, too. And so IContinue reading “Life is about rhythm. We vibrate, our hearts are pumping blood. We are rhythm machines, that’s what we are. -Mickey Hart”
Character is not measured by how many times we fall down. It is truly measured by the manner by which we lift ourselves up, each and every time. -Unknown
This week I’m finding this below reflection on the pilgrimage of life to be one that resonates with me. I also love this Christian song, “One Day at a Time,” that I share below. Blessings on your week ahead! Pilgrim People We are a pilgrim people. Your pilgrim road might be cobbled and worn orContinue reading “Character is not measured by how many times we fall down. It is truly measured by the manner by which we lift ourselves up, each and every time. -Unknown”
“[Lent] is not just about giving up our favorite food but it’s about going further and giving up things like hatred and unforgiveness.” -Amanda Jobs
With this week’s commencement of the Lenten season in our Catholic tradition, I share a few resources that have spoken to me from two of my favorite Jesuits, our pastor and our Pope. I hope for a reflective time ahead to thoughtfully prepare for the glorious Easter season that awaits…I’ll definitely be ready by then!!Continue reading ““[Lent] is not just about giving up our favorite food but it’s about going further and giving up things like hatred and unforgiveness.” -Amanda Jobs”
When picking up the pieces of a shattered reality, love is an absolutely vital place to start. -Tariq Trotter
Life has thrown us a few curveballs in recent weeks so we are working hard to keep our pace and our perspective. I’m enjoying reading The Upcycled Self by Tariq Trotter, of the hip-hop band “The Roots.” Our family camping trip the weekend before last sustains us through our current adventures. Today I share aContinue reading “When picking up the pieces of a shattered reality, love is an absolutely vital place to start. -Tariq Trotter”
We are called to do the ordinary with faithfulness and it is God who makes it extraordinary. -Saint Theresa of Calcutta
Happy to share this prayer that came into my inbox today. I feel like we need this helpful reminder from time to time. Blessings on your week ahead and Go Eagles! Pray for Peace Pray to whomever you kneel down to:Jesus nailed to his wooden or silver cross,his suffering face bent to kiss you,Buddha stillContinue reading “We are called to do the ordinary with faithfulness and it is God who makes it extraordinary. -Saint Theresa of Calcutta”
Keeping the Faith 