As kids, many of us were encouraged, probably taught that Lent with its “lengthening days” was about “giving up something,” usually candy or sweets. Adults sometimes tried giving up smoking or other habits that needed attention. Lent became sort of an “endurance project” to the point of competition. I gave up more than you gave up!… Continue reading Lent 2025: Stand Up, Speak Out, Be Alert to What is Going on in Our Country
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Love is a Many Splendored Thing
As I reflected on what to share in the February blog, Love dominates the month. You have seen enough ads for candy, flowers, and diamonds! That’s not where I am. I have been thinking of the lyrics from the song “Maria” that is part of the Sound of Music score. One of the lines is, “How do you solve… Continue reading Love is a Many Splendored Thing
Opening a Door Called Hope
in January, 2025 Many of you may remember that the month of January is named after Janus, the Roman god of beginnings, transitions, and endings. As we are gradually moving into the Year of the Lord, 2025, I want to reflect on Hope. It’s not the first time I have written a blog entry about HOPE.… Continue reading Opening a Door Called Hope
Bargaining or Trusting: The Big Leap off the Roof
Santa is making a list and checking it twice! One of my favorite newspaper comics is Baby Blues. There are three kids, Zoe, Hammie and baby sister, Wren. Every December, Hammie, a mischievous, but endearing imp, puts all his energy into trying to be good. Because Santa knows whether you have been naughty or nice… and… Continue reading Bargaining or Trusting: The Big Leap off the Roof
Blessings Abound!
In last month’s blog, my friend, Kathy B. (blog entry February, ’24) shared with us an excerpt from a reflection from the Creighton University Online Ministries on Blessings (Omaha NE, March 9, 2023). It struck a chord with me because I often end a note or a letter with “Blessings!” When I do that, I am offering… Continue reading Blessings Abound!
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