I have been on a bit of a U2 kick of late. Last week I read Bono’s memoir, Surrender. On Sunday evening, my family and I enjoyed viewing “Homecoming” on Disney+. This music documentary includes U2 bandmates Bono and The Edge, along with David Letterman, as they introduce David to Dublin, Ireland, tell stories, andContinue reading “Silence is not the absence of something, but the presence of everything. -Gordon Hempton”
Category Archives: Quote
With gratitude, optimism is sustainable. -Michael J. Fox
I have been blessed in recent weeks to take part in meaningful prayer, professional development and growth, and celebration of community with colleagues across the country. Today I share a few resources from some of those gatherings, along with appreciation for the simple things of daily life. My daughter’s wonder at the simple things, theContinue reading “With gratitude, optimism is sustainable. -Michael J. Fox”
With the Lord is kindness, and with God is redemption. -Psalm 130
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”
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”
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”
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 