Then Jesus told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow his seed.” – Matthew 13:3 (NIV) Last winter was long and cold. In month after month of bitter temperatures, I would picture in my mind...
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Eucharist and Pentecost
Notre Dame, ParisWhen the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they...
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Out of Sight
My child, do not let these escape from your sight: keep sound wisdom and prudence, and they will be life for your soul and adornment for your neck. Then you will walk on your way securely and your foot will...
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What’s Your Gospel?
Commitment Night He was pierced because of our rebellions and crushed because of our crimes. He bore the punishment that made us whole; by his wounds we are healed. – Isaiah 53:5 (CEB) As I mentioned, I was at...
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A Church in Every Town
I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let’s go to the LORD’s house!” - Psalm 122:1 (CEB) My family and I just returned from a truly wonderful trip to Europe. Dave and I wanted to travel abroad with our boys...
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Incarnate: discipleship
This is the fifth in a five-part series on where God is calling me next. The first post can be found here. They praised God and demonstrated God’s goodness to everyone. The Lord added daily to the community those...
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Prayer: accountability
This is the fourth in a five-part series on where God is calling me next. The first post can be found here. Instead, by speaking the truth with love, let’s grow in every way into Christ, who is the head....
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Word: dialogue
This is the third in a five-part series on where God is calling me next. The first post can be found here. Know this, my dear brothers and sisters: everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and...
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Treasuring
This is the second in a five-part series on where God is calling me next. The first post can be found here. The "magic blanket" - can you guess which corner they held when the sucked their thumbs? But...
