In a time where the poignant loss of Eucharistic communion is so present within our Catholic communities- this discourse takes on additional depth and meaning in our lives today. “John's Jesus has a totally different outlook. He does supply earthly bread to a crowd that hungers; but that is not the real marvel, for they… Continue reading Worth Revisiting: Bread of Life
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Worth Revisiting: The Grace We Need
If she could stand, she would undoubtedly comprise all of 5 feet. Slowly, age and physical limitations have taken her ability to walk, then stand and the wheelchair that she once could move can no longer be done on her own. Yet on the inside “Grace” towers, a living witness to a profound spirituality, her… Continue reading Worth Revisiting: The Grace We Need
Worth Revisiting: Bread of Life
“John's Jesus has a totally different outlook. He does supply earthly bread to a crowd that hungers; but that is not the real marvel, for they will hunger again and so are not permanently better. The real marvel is that Jesus can give a bread from heaven that obviates hunger: the true (alēthinos) bread of… Continue reading Worth Revisiting: Bread of Life
With Hearts Afire
When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to… Continue reading With Hearts Afire
The Wonder of it All
"Prayer is a surge of the heart; It is a simple look toward heaven, it is a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy" St. Therese of Liseux This week, I was witness to God's mystery momentarily revealed in albeit a delightful surprising way. Ministering to those with Alzheimer's and dementia… Continue reading The Wonder of it All
Bread of Life: A Mutual Invitation of Participation
“John's Jesus has a totally different outlook. He does supply earthly bread to a crowd that hungers; but that is not the real marvel, for they will hunger again and so are not permanently better. The real marvel is that Jesus can give a bread from heaven that obviates hunger: the true (alēthinos) bread of… Continue reading Bread of Life: A Mutual Invitation of Participation
Worth Revisiting: With Open Mind, Eyes and Heart
It’s Worth Revisiting Wednesday! A place where you can come and bring a past & treasured post to share, and link-up with fellow bloggers! Co-Hosted with Allison Gingras at Reconciled To You. Though written originally for Advent, the call to reexamine our focus as we seek to live out our discipleship is our continuous invitation… Continue reading Worth Revisiting: With Open Mind, Eyes and Heart