Author Archives: Father Michael Sliney, LC

“Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord Almighty.” – Zechariah 4:6       I recently asked a group of Jr. LTP kids (3rd and 4th graders) who was the toughest kid in the room.  Most … Continue reading →

“Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you.”   –Matthew 7:7          On my way to the chapel every morning, … Continue reading →

“I do not understand my behavior; I do not act as I mean to, but I do things that I hate.” Romans 7:15      I spent 9 years of my childhood caddying at Forest Lake Country Club in Bloomfield Hills, … Continue reading →

    “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Phil 4:13     I consider it a huge blessing to know a woman who has a son with multiple learning disabilities, severe adhd, and other serious complications.  She has tried … Continue reading →

“Know this, my beloved brethren.  Let every man be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger, for the anger of man does not work the righteousness of God. James 1:19-20       When I reflect on this quote, my … Continue reading →

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” (Jeremiah 1:5)      I am hesitant to call my mom when I am … Continue reading →

“Christ said, “I am the Truth”; he did not say “I am the custom.”  (Saint Toribio)     My Midwest upbringing has taught me to see most moral issues as black and white.  Before the rationalizations, sophisms and justifications start to … Continue reading →

“The nicest thing we can do for our heavenly Father is to be kind to one of his children.”  (St. Teresa of Avila)      I still remember being fascinated as a kid by a bird’s nest around my house.  You … Continue reading →

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” (Matt 5:16)       In a certain way, I believe that God can often shine his heavenly … Continue reading →

“Do not fear what may happen tomorrow; the same everlasting Father who cares for you today will take care of you then and every day.  He will shield you from suffering, or will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be … Continue reading →