God thirsts for the talents I have, large and small. What I am needs to flow, to be carried to places I cannot imagine, satisfying the thirst of Christ’s Body with the gifts he has given me. (Michelle Francl-Donnay, chemistry professor and spiritual writer)
Practice believing in the potential of small things. Small hopes, small dreams, and small efforts are not insignificant. (Macrina Wiederkehr, OSB, The Flowing Grace of Now, 2019)
By gate-checking resentment, anger, hurt, and other unnecessary baggage, we move through life in nimble fashion, willing to give ourselves over to God’s plans rather than our own. (Kathy Hendricks, spiritual writer)
I don’t know exactly what a prayer is. But I know how to pay attention . . . (Mary Oliver, The Summer Day)
We are called to give joy extravagantly, even to the point of impracticality. . . We simply offer what we can and are delighted in the new life that grows, even if it is incomplete or imperfect. (Michelle Francl-Donnay, chemistry professor and spiritual writer)
God engages each of us personally, knows our efforts and failings, laughs and cries with us, and sends us forth to play our unique part in his mission of love. (Carolyn Woo, former CEO of Catholic Relief Services)
In these days of isolation (whether chosen or imposed), it is tempting to give up our routines and self-discipline in favor of comfort foods and comforting re-runs on television. Instead, it may be more helpful (and healthful) to adjust our routines in order to take better care of ourselves, our family, our neighbors, and our … More Challenging Ourselves
Perhaps God needs and desires our presence in order to work miracles of grace in the lives of those for whom we are praying. — Macrina Wiederkehr, OSB, The Flowing Grace of Now
It takes time to see where God’s persistent longing is leading us. But one day we recognize that we are where we ought to be. — Rachel Linner, freelance writer and spiritual director, excepted from Give Us This Day, January 2020
In reviewing my journals at the end of the year (for me, the end of the liturgical year), I noted how often specific words inspire me. I would like to share them with you. May they be a source of wonder for you. Amusement Finding something funny; something that causes laughter or provides entertainment. I … More Seven Words for Reflection
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