Answer
God’s Grace in the Empty Space
I have been wanting to get to the Sacrament of Reconciliation during this Advent season. However, time is limited, there is a lot to do, and I kept forgetting. But the other day, I read about the experience of a good friend who went to the Sacrament. He wrote in part, “I feel so uplifted, […]
Almost a Nun
We watched one of our favorite movies tonight – The Sound of Music. My mom told me that when she was younger, she had a friend who went to a convent to become a nun. The friend wanted my mom to go with her. My mom considered it too and asked her mother if she […]
Final Sunset
A couple of days ago, a friend told me that her father-in-law passed away. So I went to the funeral today. One of the man’s son’s said that unfortunately, he missed being with his dad when he died. He lived in another state and drove to be with his family that evening after hearing the […]
Serving Humility
I love baking and I feel like I’m pretty good at it. People seem to really enjoy the treats I make. So, when a couple I know were celebrating their wedding anniversary and hosting a dinner, I offered to make dessert. Unfortunately, I had a very hard time and the cupcakes turned out very dense. […]
Gratitude for Talent
My mom not only plays the piano, but was a phenomenal singer as well. She doesn’t sing very much any more as her voice just isn’t what it used to be. Today she read an article that talked about how good singing is for Parkinson’s. So, she sat down at the piano and accompanied herself […]
Be Holy
Every Monday night, I attend a Bible class. This course takes the participant on a 4-year journey through the Bible, reading it in the light of salvation history. We started at the beginning in Genesis and have made it to Leviticus. I have tried to read the entire Bible front to back on my own, […]
God is in Smiles
My mom and I got hooked on watching the new series, “God Friended Me”. The story is more complex and intriguing than I had anticipated. Tonight, something particular stood out and has stayed with me. It is that you can see God in every smile. I believe that is a simple, yet profound truth. God […]
Face to Face
My mom made it back to exercise class after 4 weeks recovering from painful sciatica and bursitis. When we arrived, there were some noticeable changes. One of the college students is pregnant and due to give birth in about 2 weeks. I think her baby doubled in size while we were away as her tiny […]
Drowsy Heart
This past week, I met with my prayer group. We read and discussed the Gospel reading for today – the First Sunday in advent. I heard it at church this morning and we read some of it at dinner tonight as part of a reflection. Each time, there was a particular phrase that stood out […]
Fast Response
My brother called this afternoon to check in. He has been on the road traveling for over a year straight now. We talk to him a couple of times a week to virtually travel with him as he keeps us up to date on where he is, what he is doing, and what he plans […]
Still Finding God 