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Setting the World on Fire
Artwork by Anthony Chiarella, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada This Sunday was Pentecost and on Saturday the Royal Wedding occurred. That got me thinking about how we each are given fire on our baptism. Pentecost, of course, is the feast where the … Continue reading
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Walking on Thin Ice
Who knew that a visit to the dentist office could trigger such intense grief? You would think that after facilitating grief workshops that I would be better prepared. Of course, I do know that the one consistency about grief is … Continue reading
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The Quiet Tomb
A couple of decades ago I was on a retreat team that hosted a Holy Triduum weekend. The event ended up being one of the most profound experiences of my life. We created a rich and powerful journey for the … Continue reading
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Tagged #cancer, #ChristCrucified, #Easter, #EasterisComing, #EasterJoy, #Feelings, #GodKnows, #Gratitude, #Holy Saturday, #Joy, #Memories, #Peace, #Prayer, #Relationships, #Triduum, #Waiting
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Abandoned
Abandoned….as I sat in the church after the altar was stripped that word echoed in my head. The invitation from the priest had been to sit for a bit in the bareness of the sanctuary and consider how Christ felt … Continue reading
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Sharing Stories
What happens when we take a risk and share something vulnerable with another person? Oftentimes a sacred encounter occurs. I have experienced this sacredness many times over the decades. Whether the conversation happens one-on-one or in a small group. the … Continue reading
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Only Imagine
We all do it at some point. We lose our way, fear gets the best of us, temptation seemingly cannot be overcome. We betray the Beloved. I have done it. I still do it some days. I probably will until … Continue reading
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For You, Anything
These are strange and wonderful times where some people can say what they need to say clearly. I love that. I have pondered so much in my heart lately. I am full. Today’s Gospel reading is the Prodigal Son. I … Continue reading
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God’s Test
I always feel a bit odd when I read about God testing the people. Tonight I read at mass. I hobbled up to the pulpit and took a breath. This first reading from Genesis 22 is one of the most … Continue reading
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Still Learning Lessons
Life holds so many lessons for a life-long learner. When my Circle of Support met this past week we discussed how I still am needing to draw better boundaries. I do not know if I will master this prior to … Continue reading
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God in all things 