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Everything depends on everything else 6/16/19

Posted on June 17, 2019 by

ShareWhen I’m being a pastoral presence to someone close to death, there’s a prayer that I always say: “Depart, Christian soul, in the name of the Father who created you, in the name of the Son who redeemed you, and … Continue reading →

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Any time, any place…6/9/19

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ShareYesterday, I reminisced with a friend about our young lives in NYC, our friends – so many gone, loves lost, the bar scene and of course dancing in The Stonewall. We have different recollections of “that” night. He reminded me … Continue reading →

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On Being Nice ~ 6/1/19

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Ready or Not…here I come. 5/13/2019

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Share Ready or not, here I come. Post-resurrection gospel stories are full of hope, new life and in my opinion a little bit of mischief. I can’t help but think that Jesus may have been having a little bit of fun … Continue reading →

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Call today ~ 1-800- SET ASIDE 3/12/19

Posted on March 12, 2019 by

Share“1-800 Set Aside”  March9, 2019 The Christian church begins its observance of Lent contemplating Jesus’ forty day in the wilderness. Jesus, full of the Spirit, returned from the Jordan after being baptized …It seems to me that Jesus was pretty … Continue reading →

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How’s your haal? 11/24/18

Posted on November 24, 2018 by

ShareIt seems to me that whenever I ask someone “how ya doing” the response usually includes “oh I’m so busy.” If the holidays aren’t enough to get “our busy” going consider all the distractions of everyday life…. emails, texts, appointments, … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Direction ~ Interview Part II 11/18/18

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Stumbling ~ A reflection on the Gospel of Mark 9:38-50 9/30/18

Posted on October 17, 2018 by

ShareStumbling… Reflection on the Gospel of Mark 9:38-50 September 30, 2018 You may not know this, but St. James is the patron saint of walkers, joggers and anyone who likes to run. I only learned about this last Christmas when … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Direction ~ Interview Part 1 10/1618

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Intuition – God’s Voice 7/22/17

Posted on July 22, 2017 by

ShareI’m a big fan of “Grantchester” on PBS. In a recent episode the main character, Sidney Chambers, is going through a crisis of faith. The Archdeacon tells him to pray. Sidney replies: “I did, but He didn’t answer.” How many … Continue reading →

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