In an age when information is cheap, the greatest educational good is the ability to discern what is good and the agency to act upon it. -Luke Burgis

Today I am sharing two resources from the National Catholic Reporter. I spent the morning on a high school campus and could not agree more with the sentiments of this article, “Look to the teenagers, the ones who remind us how to hope.” And the thoughts below on the importance of listening resonate with howContinue reading “In an age when information is cheap, the greatest educational good is the ability to discern what is good and the agency to act upon it. -Luke Burgis”

We are all of the same cloth, though of a different cut. -Nar-Anon Blue Booklet

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”

Some people think that it’s holding on that makes one strong. Sometimes it’s letting go. -Sylvia Robinson

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”

Let Providence be the driver….not certainty. -Sr. Lisa Laguna

I loved reading mysteries as a kid. My mom, a teacher, brought us to our community library every Friday in the summer; growing up, I spent countless hours devouring series like the Hardy Boys and reading authors like Stephen King. Along with instilling within me my passion for teaching and learning, my mom also introducedContinue reading “Let Providence be the driver….not certainty. -Sr. Lisa Laguna”

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”

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”

People do well…when they can. -Mel Robbins

Last week I led a workshop for a school Board of Trustees that faces significant decisions on the horizon. We discussed the value of discernment and viewing challenges through the eyes of faith. A framework I suggested is the story of Jacob wrestling with God, in Genesis 32: 22-31. Jacob spent a long night wrestlingContinue reading “People do well…when they can. -Mel Robbins”

Don’t judge. Don’t put people in a box….just give them a chance to a dream a little bit. -Andy Reid

It is an exciting time to be a football fan if you’re a Philadelphia enthusiast like myself. Last night I read this above quote ( from Why a simple 3 x 5 notecard with two words explains Andy Reid’s leadership style) by former Eagles coach Andy Reid that I found to be timely. Also pastedContinue reading “Don’t judge. Don’t put people in a box….just give them a chance to a dream a little bit. -Andy Reid”

Dream a little before you think. -Toni Morrison

This week I share some words of wisdom on the power of prayer, from Julian of Norwich. These pearls of wisdom made their way into my inbox today, as a reflection for Mark’s Gospel, first chapter, versus 29-39. Enjoy and blessings on your week ahead! “Very early before dawn, Jesus… went off to a desertedContinue reading “Dream a little before you think. -Toni Morrison”