Tag Archives: #Faith

Friendship Medicine

Posted on July 17, 2015 by sstyves

At the end of the daily readings today was this quote from St. Aelred of Rievaulx: Friendship heightens the joys of prosperity and mitigates the sorrows of adversity by dividing and sharing them. Hence, the best medicine in life is … Continue reading →

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Weary Wonderings

Posted on July 16, 2015 by sstyves

The Gospel from Matthew 11:28-30 is a balm to my soul. It seems to appear just when I need the reminder to rest again, to hand my burdens to the Yoke-Bearer, and to learn a valuable lesson. I came to … Continue reading →

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Welcome Unexpected Visitors

Posted on July 9, 2015 by sstyves

The Guest House This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes As an unexpected visitor. Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they’re a crowd of … Continue reading →

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Hit the Ground

Posted on June 22, 2015 by sstyves

I heard a line in a song today that made me stop what I was doing and repeat it out loud: I touched the sky when my knees hit the ground. I had to listen for the chorus again when … Continue reading →

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Four-Letter F Word

Posted on June 21, 2015 by sstyves

Today’s readings look at a four-letter f-word. Yeah, it is one we all know. You hear it on the news a lot. It is overused in high schools, the work world, and in most relationships. From job interviews to medical … Continue reading →

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Strong When Weak

Posted on June 20, 2015 by sstyves

Irises look as fragile and magnificent as the lilies that Jesus discusses today in the Gospel. They too neither spin nor toil but God cares for them. Many believe that it is the Buddhists who have the market on mindfulness … Continue reading →

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