Learning to See What Jesus Sees?
What was Jesus Doing? What he always does. Noticing the unseen poor ordinary people.
Culture of Vocations – Mission Impossible?
A Palestinian Jew gathered 12 ordinary people and sent them out on an impossible mission. He created a culture of vocation and mission.
What Is It like At a Papal Audience?
For one minute and 25 seconds, I was almost nose to nose with Pope Francis. His 150-word message clearly came from his heart. At various points, it seemed he looked straight into my heart. I felt I was there! I wasn’t… but it felt like it!
Whatever Became of Sin… and Compassion?
“The death toll from COVID could reach 50,000!” I was horrified!
Now it stands at more than 5 million world-wide. I am almost numb to the horror. Why?
What I Dreaded Became a Source of Life
I have heard from a number of people how much these Mindwalks mean to them. I am, of course, delighted that this ministry touches people.
But I have a confession. I write these reflections for myself to make sense of issues I wrestle with. It’s about making connections that give life.
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!