Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for Today
This Friday, June 7, is the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This devotion is a centuries old tradition in the Catholic Church, but I confess: I have had a hard time with it. (more…)
Relatives: Those People You Don't Get to Choose
Last week I attended my niece’s graduation at Colorado State University. Melannie (yes, she was named after me) received her PhD in ecology. I flew out there with my sister (Mary Ann), a niece (Lori), a nephew (John), and a grandnephew (Aaron) to celebrate this wonderful achievement. (more…)
Relatives: Those People You Don’t Get to Choose
Last week I attended my niece’s graduation at Colorado State University. Melannie (yes, she was named after me) received her PhD in ecology. I flew out there with my sister (Mary Ann), a niece (Lori), a nephew (John), and a grandnephew (Aaron) to celebrate this wonderful achievement. (more…)
Fire Engines: Beautiful Symbols of Unselfish Love
I like fire engines. For many reasons. First of all, I like their bright colors. Most fire engines are red, of course, but many are not red. Some are bright yellow, lime, orange, blue, dark green, black, white, and even purple. Whatever color fire engines are, they are bright. (more…)
A Reflection on the Human Hand
Today let’s take a few minutes to reflect on the human hand, for it is truly amazing! (more…)
