Author Archives: Jill Preisack

We have been hearing a lot from Pope Francis lately about poverty and “poor in spirit”. In world of so many possessions and self seeking, his words help move us toward the gospel love and light of truth that has … Continue reading →

I have been thinking and praying about how the ‘altar of the spirit’ is the place where the most valuable offerings are made. The spirit can be referred to as the heart, the soul, the innermost being of a person. … Continue reading →

We know the “other” question very well: what came first, the chicken or the egg? There must be a cause and effect. Some claim simple conclusions, others believe it evokes deeper thought such as how life and the universe began. … Continue reading →

My brother is also my friend, in the sense that he has shown me what is truly important and what isn’t. In a world that adores all that is material and external appearances, I look at him and all else … Continue reading →

Mercy is fearless and unafraid. Mercy doesn’t point a finger, hold on to the past or criticize wrongdoing.  Mercy recognizes painful truth but pours out a balm of love on it. Mercy is unending, all powerful, almost overwhelming in its … Continue reading →

Today, after reading the Good Friday homily of Father Cantalamessa, I was deeply touched by some of his words about spreading Christ’s love or, “evangelization”.  It resonates because of the sincerity and authenticity of his words:  “The evangelization has a … Continue reading →

“You are what you eat” so they say.  Your heart becomes like what you see.  Your thinking becomes like that to which you have listened.  Your passions long for what they have touched.  Your body is driven by what it … Continue reading →

On August 7, 2012, I celebrated my 20th anniversary of consecrating my life to Christ.  Much has happened during those 20 years, discoveries and events that I could never have imagined.  There was sin and pain contrasted by love and … Continue reading →

Eight high school girls spent the night at our house so as to get up with us at 4:00 am on Saturday morning, (yes, I said 4:00 am on a Saturday morning) so as to do what is now known … Continue reading →

Here is a recent question I received from a college girl: What reasons can I give to my boyfriend for waiting until marriage to have a sexual relationship?  Although he has been with other girls in the past, he is … Continue reading →