Monthly Archives: November 2014

Look at today’s news reports and you might have a feeling that America has never been more divided — not to mention the problems in the rest of the world.  But following is a proclamation from an American President who … Continue reading →

“If we wish to serve God and love our neighbor well, we must manifest our joy in the service we render to Him and them. Let us open wide our hearts. It is joy which invites us. Press forward and … Continue reading →

“God must be allowed the right to speak unpredicatably.” — Thomas Merton A quick thought: don’t pack your schedule too tight; leave a little buffer to allow God to surprise and challenge you. This happened to my brother, Mathew, last … Continue reading →

“Humility is the safeguard of chastity. In the matter of purity, there is no greater danger than not fearing the danger. For my part, when I find a man secure of himself and without fear, I give him up for … Continue reading →

I hope I don’t shock too many of you with this confession – but when driving in the car I sometimes (not often) listen to “Lite Rock” music. Yes, I’m talking about that blah version of Elton John, Eagles, Doobie … Continue reading →

God provides us with 365.25 days per year. We set aside just one of those days to say thanks. I know that many of you recognize the importance of prayers of thanksgiving and utter them often. But many Americans do … Continue reading →

Joel cooks in White Plains, NY, and proudly wears the crucifix which his father had worn for 40 yrs. It isn’t a lucky charm but a reminder to strive to do everything out of love and with love. Joel is … Continue reading →

“Do not look at the faces in the illustrated papers. Look at the faces in the street.” G.K. Chesterton Coming out of a dinner in NYC the other day, I noticed a homeless man on the street…so I stopped and … Continue reading →

“Men do not differ much about what things they will call evils; they differ enormously about what evils they will call excusable.” G.K. Chesterton Nothing wrong with a glass of wine or two…but when it needs to be “every night” … Continue reading →

Another week has come and gone here in West Africa. As remnants of the rainy season disappear, the heat and humidity seem to be climbing rapidly. Of course, this means there are now more insects, more scorpions, more snakes and … Continue reading →