Quote – Keeping the Faith

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”

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”

I am preparing for a family vacation next week and I look forward to time out in nature. This morning, Brigid shared this below reflection with me from her Substack daily perusal. I think it’s an excellent reminder of the importance of seeking balance and rest in our lives. Blessings on your week ahead! TheContinue reading “Hope is a quality of aliveness. It does not come at the end, as the feeling that results from a happy outcome. Rather, it lies at the beginning, as a pulse of truth that sends us forth.—Cynthia Bourgeault”

I appreciate this natural transition time in the world of parenting and education. As we cross the threshold from one season into another, the resurgence of the spirit of summer brings a welcome refresh to my heart. A vacation week is on the horizon soon-ish, and I look forward to that break as well. ThisContinue reading “Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. -Buddha”

I spent last weekend road tripping to Los Angeles with my family, followed by time this week in Napa with colleagues. I feel blessed by these experiences of joy and community. Time together with those close to me fuels me for the summer months ahead. This week I share a simple yet powerful prayer, alongContinue reading “We are all of the same cloth, though of a different cut. -Nar-Anon Blue Booklet”

I have spent time this week working on a retreat I am leading next week with our school leaders. I feel blessed by the space they afford me to reflect back my own experiences and understandings. Below I share a resource that informed my perspective on a core competency of leadership – humility- that IContinue reading “Happiness is when you feel good about yourself. Joy is when you transcend yourself. – David Brooks. “

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”

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”

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”

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”