Nov 30, 2024 | Writings for the Journey
During this time of year, it is good to give thanks for all the gifts that God has given us.In this especially challenging time, it might be beneficial to pray this universal prayerfor peace. Abbot Cyprian Consiglio sings a beautiful version of this prayer. It can...
Nov 25, 2024 | Writings for the Journey
Jesus gives us an example of caring for the poor, the outcast, the sinner, the foreignerand those in need. More than our foibles and weaknesses, St. Mathew’s Gospelcompels us to care for the poor. “When I was hungry, you gave me to eat, etc.” Thesecret of this passage...
Nov 18, 2024 | Writings for the Journey
When we observe what is going on around us, we see many people searching for love in all ofthe wrong places. They might be addicted to shopping, sex, food, the power that comes fromwanting to be number one. Underneath these surface attempts is the desire to be loved...
Nov 9, 2024 | Writings for the Journey
Pope Francis has just written a new encyclical, “Dilexit Nos, On the human and divine love ofthe Heart of Jesus Christ.” In an age of isolation, reluctance to join communities and theemphasis on personal fulfillment, Francis writes about the importance of human...
Nov 6, 2024 | Writings for the Journey
We as humans carry the heavy burden of making judgements. Many times, we arerequired to make judgements about our own behavior and the behavior of others. Thiscan take on a responsibility as we ascertain what is right and what is wrong in a particularsituation. Then...
Oct 25, 2024 | Writings for the Journey
Who are your heroes? Are they connected to history, sports, celebrities from themedia, the arts? Maybe they are political or people in the military. As Catholics wehave another set of heroes that we celebrate throughout the liturgical year – thesaints. These are...
