Nothing like a good ole Irish Catholic funeral to keep one grounded! This morning I attended services for the mother of a long-time colleague who I respect for his integrity, wit, and values. In both his Eulogy, and in the priest’s sermon, reflections noted how beautifully optimism and community can foster kindness in our world.Continue reading “Humility begets gratitude. -Mike Quinn”
Tag Archives: Prayer
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”
Stewardship is about our need to respond with all that we are, and all that we have, in gratitude to God. -E. Jane Rutter
Today I prepared a workshop that I am leading next week, to help a group reflect on that which they appreciate from this current academic year that is winding down. So I thought I would share a couple of the reflections on gratitude….it’s a celebratory time in my household, one of my kids is graduatingContinue reading “Stewardship is about our need to respond with all that we are, and all that we have, in gratitude to God. -E. Jane Rutter”
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”
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”
We discover the wisdom of God by learning to pay attention to our choices, to our relationships, and always to what is happening in our hearts. -Sr. Kathleen Hughes
These weeks I find my email inbox is flooded with all kinds of inspirational holiday messages, and my kids excitedly check the mail each afternoon to be the first to bring the next round of daily Christmas cards upstairs for our reading pleasure. I am reminded daily of our extended community and of the powerContinue reading “We discover the wisdom of God by learning to pay attention to our choices, to our relationships, and always to what is happening in our hearts. -Sr. Kathleen Hughes”
The God of justice is with us, and our word, our work, our prayer for freedom will not, cannot be in vain. -Elizabeth Cady Stanton
I took our dog on a long walk this morning to clear my head. At our favorite neighborhood park our little puppy was startled multiple times by the strong wind. I was reminded of the Bible passage from the book of Kings, where Elijah sought God in the earthquake, the fire, and the gust ofContinue reading “The God of justice is with us, and our word, our work, our prayer for freedom will not, cannot be in vain. -Elizabeth Cady Stanton”
Hurry is the great enemy of spiritual life in our day. We must eliminate hurry in our lives. -John Mark Comer
October has been a blur of a month and I find myself working to ground my pace in ongoing spaces for reflection and prayer. I am definitely a work in progress. The other day I walked our dog by the San Francisco Bay around a new waterfront park nearby, and I recognized how blessed IContinue reading “Hurry is the great enemy of spiritual life in our day. We must eliminate hurry in our lives. -John Mark Comer”
No, I never saw an angel, but is irrelevant whether I saw one or not. I feel their presence around me. -Paulo Coelho
This morning I learned that today is the day that the Catholic Church celebrates the Feast of the Guardian Angels. Who knew? I love learning. So I share a couple resources related to this idea, and give thanks to all the current, former and future angels in my life who God has sent my way.Continue reading “No, I never saw an angel, but is irrelevant whether I saw one or not. I feel their presence around me. -Paulo Coelho”
Keeping the Faith 