Category Archives: #Miracles

Thanking Enough

Posted on August 27, 2015 by sstyves

Today’s First Reading from 1 Thessalonians 3 asks a pertinent question: How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you? I have just completed a one-week … Continue reading →

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Beauty Balm

Posted on August 25, 2015 by sstyves

Beauty has a restorative quality to it that is indescribable. Immerse yourself in scenic tranquility and a serenity steeps your soul slowly, silently. Before you know it, a new person is brewed. Whatever stress you might have felt is shed. … Continue reading →

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From the Core

Posted on August 19, 2015 by sstyves

Trees have always spoken to me This one caught my attention in the earlier part of the day when the sap sparkled in the sunshine. This afternoon in the shade, I returned. As I stood looking out at the … Continue reading →

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School of Love

Posted on August 14, 2015 by sstyves

St. Maximilian Kolbe was a Polish Franciscan who was arrested and sent to the concentration camp at Auschwitz during World War II. He had been hiding Jews in the friary. Three months after his arrest by the Gestapo on July … Continue reading →

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Beauty in Its Time

Posted on August 12, 2015 by sstyves

King Solomon had it right: Everything is beautiful in its time. I am pulling myself out of my pity party with a little help from my friends. This garden sign was a gentle reminder today. As I have pondered this … Continue reading →

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Steady Hearts

Posted on August 10, 2015 by sstyves

Today, in Psalm 112, the psalmist says that their hearts are firm, secure in the Lord. Their hearts are steady, they will not be afraid. John 12 is the discourse regarding the grain of wheat which falls into the earth … Continue reading →

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Angel Touches

Posted on August 9, 2015 by sstyves

My friends know how much I love angels. Today’s first reading from 1 Kings 19 tells of Elijah’s journey into the wilderness where he plunks himself down under a broom tree and has a pity party. Gosh, can I relate! … Continue reading →

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Become Dazzling

Posted on August 6, 2015 by sstyves

The Transfiguration is one of my favourite readings. I think it is no accident that it is also the anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The world was transfigured by a decision that wreaked havoc. I cannot believe … Continue reading →

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Before Seeing the Flower

Posted on July 31, 2015 by sstyves

We scatter seeds and do not necessarily see the flower blossom. During the homily at the Feast of St. Ignatius today, the priest spoke of not only St. Ignatius and his life but also the life of his companion St. … Continue reading →

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Empty Beaches

Posted on July 29, 2015 by sstyves

A deserted beach is a luxury at this time of year. If you wait long enough, around supper time, most folks head back to their camp or to the city. Only then can you find a quieter moment to breathe … Continue reading →

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