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Month: September 2019

The Return Home from Emmaus

September 23, 2019

One of my favorite Gospel accounts is the story of the disciples of Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35). I am always touched especially by two verses: Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road? (v. 32), and how he had been made known to them in the breaking of … More The Return Home from Emmaus

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September 18, 2019

Realistically, we may have good cause to be pessimistic about some things, but pessimism must never degenerate into hopelessness, because hope is simply a nonnegotiable for Christians. (Anthony J. Gittins, CSSp)   If you develop a strong sense of concern for the wellbeing of all sentient beings, and in particular all human beings, this will … More Images and Quotations (4)

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September 17, 2019

When you think you can’t do anything to stop the violence in the world, think again, and start right where you are. Today, put aside your anger, even if it’s seemingly justified, and cultivate peace instead. (Mary DeTurris Poust)   Pressure on Jesus was relentless, but he still stepped aside for rest and prayer. He … More Images and Quotations (3)

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September 16, 2019

Discipleship has a way of jerking us out of our complacency and plopping us right in the middle of people and places most in need of our love.  (Mary Stommes)   Don’t demand signs from God. Instead, do what the disciples did and let him enter your boat. (Bishop Robert Barron)   God did not … More Images and Quotations (2)

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September 15, 2019

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear? The LORD is my life’s refuge; of whom should I be afraid? (Psalm 27:1)   You must learn to let go of your obsessive need to have everything in order before attending to the deepest desires of your heart.  (Sr. Macrina Wiederkehr, OSB) … More Images and Quotations (1)

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Book Club List for 2019-2020

September 14, 2019

Our book club at church resumed this week with the discussion of Climate Justice. We meet once a month from September through May. This is our list of books for the 2019-2020 season. The books are listed in the order in which we will read and discuss them. We would love to hear your impressions … More Book Club List for 2019-2020

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Bogota Revisited — Lessons in Humility

September 6, 2019

I had the privilege and honor of returning to Bogotà in July after having been away more than five years. This trip to Colombia was exhilarating, inspiring, humbling, frustrating, and wonderful in ways I did not experience before. I have been to Bogotà about four times, and to other places in Colombia an additional six … More Bogota Revisited — Lessons in Humility

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Sanibel Retreat 2019 — Day Five

September 4, 2019

  Loud cracks of thunder woke me about 3 am. I didn’t see lightning, but I could hear the rain.  I stayed in bed, but didn’t go back to sleep. So, by 6 am, I was packed and ready to go home! I waited until about 8 am before actually leaving. It’s an easy two-hour … More Sanibel Retreat 2019 — Day Five

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Sanibel Retreat 2019 – Day Four

September 3, 2019

The days begin in the same way every day, here and at home: corner of the sofa, feet up, two cups of Colombian (or Guatemalan) coffee, prayer and reflection from Give Us This Day (Liturgical Press). At Sanibel, all this happens before sunrise! Today, I didn’t go to the beach for sunrise. After three days, … More Sanibel Retreat 2019 – Day Four

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Sanibel Retreat 2019 — Day Three

September 2, 2019

Up early again. Enjoying my Colombian coffee, feet up, in the tiny living room. Still dark. The days have been pretty ordinary, and I’m grateful for these ordinary graces. I decided to drive to a different beach so I packed my car and set out about 9am. I couldn’t find the first beach access indicated … More Sanibel Retreat 2019 — Day Three

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