I Never Saw It Coming
I never expected to be drawn as deeply into an Apostolic Letter on the 400th anniversary of the death of Francis de Sales. I was surprised by how much resonance I found with St. Vincent.
2022 Is Almost “A Wrap”
We are in the closing days of 2022. In this Vincentian Mindwalk I would like to use key insights of Cory Mansfield and Staff to put “a wrap on 2022.” Their words help me think more clearly and effectively about my future in 2023.
Who Knew a “manger” Could Speak?
Listen to Pope Francis at Midnight Mass 2022! What then does the manger tell us? It tells us three things, at least: closeness, poverty and concreteness.
I Feel Most Loved When…
Have you ever tried to answer that question for yourself? It’s a great question that can reveal things that have been hidden in your consciousness. In this Vincentian Mindwalk, I share their experience and what they learned. I also share how it triggered a fresh appreciation of “The Word became flesh.”
Forgotten Traumas of the First Christmas
Our version of celebrating Christmas often has little to do with the reality behind Christmas.These days, chaotic and commercialized, press in our consciousness. Who has time to think about the deeper dimensions of Christmas or Christ’s Mass? In this Vincentian Mindwalk let’s explore the forgotten traumas of the first Christmas.
Rom 16, 13 reads: "Greet Rufus, chosen in the Lord; and greet his mother—a mother to me also." If this…
Have a blessed Holy Week!
I have never thought about the people that were named in the Gospels. I would agree that they may be…
Generally, I love the laconic nature of Mark's Gospel. The Passion narrative is very compelling in its starkness, with one…
Father John, Blessings to you as you step cautiously down that new path. Grace and Peace be with you!