This Advent season I am enjoying daily email reflections from Loyola Press. Apparently author Joe Paprocki contributes to these reflections with excerpts from his book, Under the Influence of Jesus: The Transforming Experience of Encountering Christ. Enhancing my daily prayer practice during the season of Advent is helpful in grounding me throughout these hectic weeks.Continue reading “Joy is at the very heart of the Kingdom of God. If we are inviting someone to enter the Kingdom of God, we had better show some joy. -Joe Paprocki”
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The work of Christmas begins….- Howard Thurman
Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. -Harriet Tubman
“Daddy, I’m a big girl and can cross the street by myself,” my daughter said to me last night when I dropped her off at volleyball practice. When I returned home, one of my son’s stated, “Dad, look at my teeth? Aren’t they straighter now thanks to my braces? And I’m even brushing them, too!”Continue reading “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. -Harriet Tubman”
To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes
This week I was privileged to spend several days with our school leaders in Tucson, AZ. The beauty of the desert, and the commitment of these individuals, was an inspiration. Of course visiting our Lasallian school there, with its wonderful students and inspiring artwork (depicted here) ,was the highlight. Enjoy the journey ahead! Journey ofContinue reading “To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes”
A vocation is a dream personalized… In my vocation, I am being imagined by God; God’s dream for my life comes gradually to light. -Evelyn Whitehead
In a webinar today, I spoke of a the importance of promoting gratitude in leadership. I attested to the profound power of mindfulness upon communities being served by leaders who demonstrate reflective practice. In ways, this blog is one of my own attempts to “practice what I preach.” This week I’ve been listening to ShekuContinue reading “A vocation is a dream personalized… In my vocation, I am being imagined by God; God’s dream for my life comes gradually to light. -Evelyn Whitehead”
To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes
Last night I attended the Mass of Resurrection for a former colleague and longtime educator, Sister Joan. This woman religious was an inspirational, courageous, and faith-filled person with a force of personality grounded in her fierce sense of humor. The sense of appreciation and admiration was palpable, a testament to Sister Joan’s friendships, love, andContinue reading “To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes”
The people we love are the foundation for all else. -Samantha Power
Over Christmas break, one of the books I enjoyed reading was The Education of An Idealist. The author Samantha Power served as UN Ambassador during the Obama administration, among other roles. Her powerful story of emigrating from Ireland, becoming involved in international humanitarian aid, and balancing the demands of parenthood, partnership and power was aContinue reading “The people we love are the foundation for all else. -Samantha Power”
Give thanks to the Lord, for God is good, for God’s mercy endures forever. – Psalms 118
In recent weeks I have been privileged to enjoy multiple opportunities to reflect upon the significance of giving thanks. In community with family and friends, here in California and across the country in cities like Baltimore and Philadelphia, I have been blessed to safely gather with loved ones. This Advent especially, I am grateful forContinue reading “Give thanks to the Lord, for God is good, for God’s mercy endures forever. – Psalms 118”
“Tell the truth. Communicate for understanding. Practice compassion.” -Dr. Anthony Fauci
This morning on the walk to school we noticed so many birds – a dove, a robin, a crow and a finch, among others. We previously walked with our kids for years without noticing these pleasant additions to our daily morning experience. Perhaps there are simply more birds during this spring time, yet I alsoContinue reading ““Tell the truth. Communicate for understanding. Practice compassion.” -Dr. Anthony Fauci”
“Rabbi, it is good that we are here!” -Apostles Peter, James and John
The Gospel reading from the weekend before last, regarding the Transfiguration of Jesus, has compelled me to think deeply about the power of presence. In recent weeks, from my time with my kids, to my time on Zooms, to my many discussions with my wife about education, family, learning and growth….these conversations and experiences haveContinue reading ““Rabbi, it is good that we are here!” -Apostles Peter, James and John”
Keeping the Faith 