My three kids in three different schools each had their first day of the new academic year in this past week and life has been a flurry of activity on the home front. They’re happy and having fun, which means I am relieved! My daily walks with Brigid and Bingo continue to keep me focusedContinue reading “We can only love by loving. -Iris Murdoch”
Category Archives: Quote
When I slow down enough to smell the roses, I usually see the beauty and all else that is ours to share. -Morgan Jennings
This week I share a reflection on the faith aspect of the concept of welcoming the stranger. This important principle has shaped my own approach to hospitality, and resonates with me as a parent at this time of year as two of my three children are welcomed into new school communities. As a society IContinue reading “When I slow down enough to smell the roses, I usually see the beauty and all else that is ours to share. -Morgan Jennings”
Have patience with all things, but first of all with yourself. -St. Francis de Sales
This week I share a reflection and a poem that speak to our need to consider others, and context (always), in our decision-making and in our lives. I have enjoyed some recent time in deep reflection and emerge from these summer weeks with gratitude and appreciation for my community of support. The new school yearContinue reading “Have patience with all things, but first of all with yourself. -St. Francis de Sales”
God is always present and looking to connect with us. We just need to invite God to the table and listen. -Rebecca Ruiz
I am enjoying a break from my computer these weeks and am basking in the summer beauty of California along with some quality time with my family. I am happy to share this below reflection, and two links from musicians who inspire me, as resources for gratitude, faith, and recognizing God’s presence. Blessings on yourContinue reading “God is always present and looking to connect with us. We just need to invite God to the table and listen. -Rebecca Ruiz”
We will never come to know our true vocation unless we are willing to grapple with the radical claim the gospel places upon us. -Fr. Henri Nouwen
It’s almost full summer break in my household and our whole clan is ready for a change of pace and some quality time together. As the son of a teacher, and an educator for 25 years, I have lived on an academic year cycle my entire life. I look forward to the rejuvenation and restContinue reading “We will never come to know our true vocation unless we are willing to grapple with the radical claim the gospel places upon us. -Fr. Henri Nouwen”
The fullness of joy is to contemplate God in everything. -Julian of Norwich
I found this morning’s Psalm reading (146) to be a beautiful reflection of the awesome, healing power of God and God’s love. Recent weeks in our country have caused great unrest among some, most especially our immigrant communities. At a recent gathering in Chicago to honor Pope Leo XIV, the Cardinal of that Archdiocese offeredContinue reading “The fullness of joy is to contemplate God in everything. -Julian of Norwich”
Prayer is our humble answer to the inconceivable surprise of living. -Abraham Joshua Heschel
This morning I listened to a podcast with Dr. Sue Varma, based upon her book, Practical Optimism. She spoke of the “4 M’s of Mental Health:” Mindfulness, Movement, Mastery and Meaningful Engagement…all elements to support our exploration of purpose, meaning, and balance in life. I’ve been thinking a lot about this concept of purpose throughoutContinue reading “Prayer is our humble answer to the inconceivable surprise of living. -Abraham Joshua Heschel”
Live to give, this is God’s will. -Gerald Kicanis
Today I write before heading out soon to take my daughter to her first horror movie. It will also be my first one (in a movie theater)….I’m chalking it up to making the most of connecting with my youngest. I realize more and more that it’s best for me to seize the opportunity for connectionContinue reading “Live to give, this is God’s will. -Gerald Kicanis”
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”
Keeping the Faith 